Translation of Japanese word "もの" to English
もの
もの
[mono]
IPA: /mono/
Meaning
NounThat which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.
How to use
もの (mono) — 'thing (physical) / object'. Also marks obvious/natural things: 子供というものは — as for children (generally). 食べ物 (tabemono) — food.
🇬🇧 English
thing (physical)
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: もの
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): もの
Romaji Transcription: mono
Example Sentences
そのものはどこにあるのですか。
そのものはどこにあるのですか。
Where is that thing?
そのものはとても重いです。
そのものはとてもうえへいです。
That thing is very heavy.
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Common phrases
- 食べ物— food
- 飲み物— drink / beverage
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Frequency rank: #124 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "もの" mean?▼
The Japanese word "もの" means "thing (physical)" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "A thing refers to an object or entity.".
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