also: ようりょうがよい
要領がいい · i-adjective (yoi/ii class)
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | 要領がいい | 要領がよくない |
| Polite | 要領がいいです | 要領がよくないですalso 要領がよくありません |
| Past polite | 要領がよかったです | 要領がよくなかったですalso 要領がよくありませんでした |
| Past | 要領がよかった | 要領がよくなかった |
| Te-form | 要領がよくて | 要領がよくなくて |
| Adverbial | 要領がよく | |
| Conditional | 要領がよければ | 要領がよくなければ |
| Tara conditional | 要領がよかったら | 要領がよくなかったら |
expression, i-adjective (yoi/ii class)
know how to get things done; be good at handling matters; know the ropes
Describes a person who is efficient, practical, and knows the best way to proceed in various situations. Often implies adaptability and street smarts rather than just book knowledge.
He's good at getting the hang of things, so he picks up any job quickly.
People who know how to work efficiently don't waste effort.