あの山の向こうに家がある
There is a house beyond that mountain.
Japanese
ある
ある
Meaning: to exist, to be (for inanimate objects)
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Example sentences
There are important keys on the desk.
いえ、そんなことはありません。
No, that's not the case.
机の上に鍵がいくつかあったが、その中から一つ選んだ。
There were several keys on the desk, and I chose one from among them.
困ったことがあれば、なんでも相談してください。
If you have any problems, please talk to me about anything.
公園は街の中央にある。
The park is located in the center of the town.
この薬は、胃の働きを助ける効果がある。
This medicine has the effect of helping the stomach's function.
宇宙にはまだ解明されていない謎がたくさんある。
There are still many mysteries in the universe that have not been solved.
彼の理論は非常に説得力がある。
His theory is very persuasive.
彼女はとても人気のあるアイドルだ。
She is a very popular idol.
Usage Notes
Used to indicate existence of inanimate objects or abstract concepts. Also used to express possession with に or が. Cannot be used for animate objects (use いる instead).
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