A sentence-ending particle used to add forceful, definitive, and stereotypically masculine emphasis to a statement or suggestion. It conveys a strong sense of assertion, confidence, or camaraderie among peers.
Sentence + ぜPrimary
Verb [volitional form] + ぜ
This word adds strong emphasis to what you say. It makes your statement sound very sure. Men often use it when talking to friends.
今日の夜は焼肉だぜ！
Tonight's yakiniku! Let's go!
よし、このゲーム、クリアするぜ！
Alright, I'm gonna beat this game!
あいつ、結局来なかったぜ。
That guy didn't end up coming, you know.
もう時間だ。さあ、行こうぜ！
It's time. Come on, let's go!
「俺が勝つぜ」と彼は自信満々に言った。
I'm gonna win,' he said, full of confidence.
When you use '〜ぜ' with 'let's' forms, it's like adding a big cheer. It makes everyone feel excited. It helps everyone want to do something together.
Both "~ze" and "~zo" are strong male speech endings. "~zo" is very strong. It is like a warning. "~ze" is softer. It shows excitement with friends. It is like a strong "~yo".
Don't use this when you talk to your boss. For example, saying "終わったぜ" (I finished it!) to your boss is not good. Only men use this word. They use it with close friends. It can sound strong or manly. Women usually do not use it. If a girl uses it in a story, she might be a tomboy.
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