あんた、そんなところで何してるの？
Hey you, what are you doing in a place like that?
Japanese
ところ
ところ
Meaning: place; moment, point; aspect; about to (when following dictionary form of verb)
Listen to pronunciation
Handwriting
Example sentences
I'm about to eat now.
正直なところ、その計画は難しいと思います。
To be honest, I think that plan is difficult.
私はその時、ちょうど家を出るところだった。
At that time, I was just about to leave the house.
彼の良い点は、誰にでも親切なところだ。
One of his good points is that he is kind to everyone.
忙しいところを申し訳ありませんが、そのお誘いはお断りします。
I am sorry to bother you when you are busy, but I must decline that invitation.
ちょうど今、駅に着いたところです。
I just arrived at the station right now.
本来なら、こちらから伺うべきところですが、失礼いたします。
Normally, I should be the one to visit you, but please excuse me.
いま、ちょうど宿題を終わらせたところだ。
I just finished my homework now.
あと少しのところで負けて、本当に悔しい。
I felt so frustrated losing by just a little bit.
Usage Notes
Multiple uses: physical place, abstract point/aspect, or temporal marker. When following verb forms: dictionary form + ところ (about to), て-form + いるところ (in the middle of), past form + ところ (just finished). Very versatile word with grammatical and lexical uses.
Sottaku
About Sottaku
Sottaku is an app for learning Chinese, Japanese, Korean, English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian with a strong focus on SRS. It includes automatic flashcard creation for hundreds of thousands of words, grammar breakdowns in example sentences, language-specific study packs where available, adaptive quizzes, mobile apps, a browser extension, and community features. Give it a try now! All learning content is free with no limits on flashcards or study time.
Sottaku is built to match the habits of successful learners. By using Sottaku, you will naturally learn in the most efficient way possible, as proven by countless success stories in the language learning community.
Free Forever
Access all grammar guides, quizzes, and flashcards without paying a cent. Quality education should be accessible to everyone.
Smart SRS System
Our flashcard system uses the FSRS algorithm (also used in Anki) to optimize your review schedule and maximize retention.
Comprehensive Content
From hanzi, kana, hangul, and European vocabulary basics to grammar and reading practice where available, we have lessons for every level. Practice with quizzes tailored to your skill.
Community Chat
Ask level-appropriate questions and get help from the community. Learn together with fellow learners across all 8 supported languages.