暗い道では足元に気をつけてください。
Please be careful of your step on dark roads.
Japanese
では
では
Meaning: well then; so; in that case
Listen to pronunciation
Handwriting
Example sentences
Well then, let's start the meeting.
彼は金持ちだ。だからって、何でも買えるわけではない。
He is rich. Even so, it doesn't mean he can buy anything.
今日の会議では、新しいプロジェクトの提案を取り上げます。
In today's meeting, we will take up the proposal for the new project.
私が知っているかぎりでは、彼は来ないはずです。
As far as I know, he shouldn't be coming.
あんな危険なことをするなんて、正気の沙汰ではない。
Doing something so dangerous is simply insane.
今では飛行機でもってどこへでも行ける。
Nowadays, you can go anywhere by plane.
この工場では、木材を家具に加工している。
At this factory, they process wood into furniture.
明日の決勝戦では、宿命のライバル同士が対決する。
In tomorrow's final match, fateful rivals will face off.
このマンションではペットを飼うことが禁止されている。
Keeping pets is prohibited in this apartment building.
Usage Notes
Used to transition to a new topic or to conclude a previous one before starting something else. It is a formal version of 'ja' or 'jaa'.
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.