Japanese

Meaning: possessive particle indicating belonging, attribution, or relationship
Part of Speech: Particle

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Example sentences

母の料理が一番美味しい
Mother's cooking is the most delicious.
あの山の向こうに家がある
There is a house beyond that mountain.
毎日母の料理を食べるのが好きだ
I enjoy eating my mother's cooking every day.
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.

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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