あの山の向こうに家がある
There is a house beyond that mountain.
Japanese
の
の
Meaning: possessive particle indicating belonging, attribution, or relationship
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Example sentences
Mother's cooking is the most delicious.
実際にそこに行って自分の目で見ました。
I actually went there and saw it for myself.
このプロジェクトには多くの専門家が関わっています。
Many experts are involved in this project.
山田氏は、この町の歴史について非常に詳しい。
Mr. Yamada is extremely knowledgeable about the history of this town.
あたし、明日から新しい仕事を始めるの。
I'm starting a new job from tomorrow.
仕事を終えた後のお風呂は最高だ。
A bath after finishing work is the best.
彼は家族の仇を討つために、長年復讐の機会をうかがっていた。
He had been watching for an opportunity for revenge for many years to avenge his family.
苦労の末に、ようやく目的地にたどり着いた。
Finally reached the destination after much effort.
母の使いで買い物に行った。
I went shopping on an errand for my mother.
Usage Notes
Connects two nouns to show possession or attribution. The modifying noun comes before の, and the modified noun comes after. Can also connect clauses when nominalizing.
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