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Japanese

この

この
Meaning: this (something close to the speaker)
Part of Speech: Prefix

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Example sentences

この庭に桜が咲いている
Cherry blossoms are blooming in this garden.
私達は去年からこの町に住んでいます。
We have lived in this town since last year.
この本は初心者向きです。
This book is for beginners.
この物語は実話がベースになっている。
This story is based on a true event.
このスープは少し変な味がする。
This soup has a slightly strange taste.

Usage Notes

Demonstrative adjective used before nouns to indicate something close to the speaker. Cannot be used alone - must modify a noun. Part of the ko-so-a-do series (この, その, あの, どの).

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