Translation of Japanese word "ところで" to English
ところで
ところで
[tokorode]
IPA: /tokoɾode/
Meaning
PrepositionIncidentally; used in referencing a parenthetical statement not timely, central, or crucial to the topic at hand; foregone, passed by, something that has already happened.
How to use
ところで (tokorode) — 'by the way'. Used to change the topic. ところで、〜 — By the way, ~.
🇬🇧 English
by the way
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: ところで
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ところで
Romaji Transcription: tokorode
Example Sentences
ところで、今日は何をする予定ですか。
ところで、きょうはなにするよていですか。
By the way, what do you plan to do today?
ところで、昨日の試合はどうでしたか。
ところで、きのうのたいかいはどうでしたか。
By the way, how was the game yesterday?
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Common phrases
- ところで〜— By the way, ~
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Frequency rank: #253 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "ところで" mean?▼
The Japanese word "ところで" means "by the way" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used to indicate a change in the direction of the conversation.".
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