彼女は元気な男の子を生んだ。
She gave birth to a healthy boy.
Japanese
な
な
Meaning: copula particle for na-adjectives; negative imperative particle
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Study in a quiet place.
彼は正直な人だと言われている。
He is said to be an honest person.
妹は誕生日に綺麗なフランス人形をもらった。
My younger sister received a beautiful French doll for her birthday.
公園にはきれいな花が咲いている。
Beautiful flowers are blooming in the park.
彼女はマイクを握って、大好きな歌を歌った。
She grabbed the microphone and sang her favorite song.
彼は真面目な学生です。
He is a serious student.
親切なお兄さんが道を教えてくれた。
The kind young man helped me find my way.
あの上品なお方はどなたですか。
Who is that elegant person?
不要な外出は控えてください。
Please refrain from unnecessary outings.
Usage Notes
な connects na-adjectives to nouns they modify. It's the attributive form of だ/です. Also used as negative imperative particle meaning 'don't' after dictionary form verbs.
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