of in Japanese
of in Japanese is の前, の, の中の — of means used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
of in Japanese
の前
Used to introduce the "subjective genitive"; following a noun to form the head of a postmodifying noun phrase (see also 'Possession' senses below). [from 13th c.]
の
Pronounced: no
の
Pronounced: no
Belonging to, existing in, or taking place in a given location, place or time. Compare "origin" senses, above. [from 9th c.]
の中の
Belonging to, existing in, or taking place in a given location, place or time. Compare "origin" senses, above. [from 9th c.]
What does "of" mean?
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prep Used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
"The cover of the book was torn."
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prep Used to indicate what something is made from or consists of.
"The bridge was built of stone."
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prep Used to indicate the source, cause, or origin of something.
"He died of a broken heart, or so the story goes."
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prep Used to introduce the subject that something is about or concerns.
"They spoke of old times."
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of in a sentence
- The cover of the book was torn.
- She is a friend of mine.
- The bridge was built of stone.
- He died of a broken heart, or so the story goes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "of" in Japanese?
"of" in Japanese is の前, の, の中の. of means: Used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
How do you use "of" in a sentence?
Example: "The cover of the book was torn." In Japanese, "of" is の前, の, の中の.
Are there other ways to say "of" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "of": の前, の, の中の.
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