思い思い
Meanings
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adverb, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
each in one's own way; as one pleases; just as one likes
Describes people doing things individually according to their own preferences, often in a group where each person acts freely. Commonly used adverbially with に or as a の-adjective.
The children each drew a picture in their own way.
On holidays, each family member spends the day as they please.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が思い思いに〈動詞〉people each do something in their own individual way
The children are playing in the park each in their own way.
- 思い思いの〈物〉each person's own choice of something
The guests came to the party wearing whatever outfits they each liked.