thing in Japanese
thing in Japanese is 事, 物, 物件 — thing means any object, item, or entity that isn't named more specifically.
thing in Japanese
事
Pronounced: koto
物
Pronounced: mono
That which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.
物件
Pronounced: bukken
That which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.
物
Pronounced: mono
生き物
Pronounced: ikimono
A living being or creature.
What does "thing" mean?
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noun Any object, item, or entity that isn't named more specifically.
"What is that thing on the shelf?"
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noun A matter, situation, or topic under discussion.
"Money is a sensitive thing to bring up at dinner."
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noun An action, fact, or event.
"The strangest thing happened on my way home."
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thing in a sentence
- What is that thing on the shelf?
- I have a few things to do before we leave.
- Money is a sensitive thing to bring up at dinner.
- The strangest thing happened on my way home.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "thing" in Japanese?
"thing" in Japanese is 事, 物, 物件. thing means: Any object, item, or entity that isn't named more specifically.
How do you pronounce 事?
"thing" in Japanese is 事, pronounced "koto".
How do you use "thing" in a sentence?
Example: "What is that thing on the shelf?" In Japanese, "thing" is 事, 物, 物件.
Are there other ways to say "thing" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 4 translations listed for "thing": 事, 物, 物件, 生き物.
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