Japanese

かのじょ
Meaning: she; girlfriend
Part of Speech: Pronoun, Noun

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Handwriting

彼
女

Example sentences

She is a very kind person.
彼女は元気な男の子を生んだ。
She gave birth to a healthy boy.
彼女はとても強い女だ。
She is a very strong woman.
彼の怒りはもっともだ。
His anger is only natural.
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.
彼女は驚きのあまり、目を大きく見開いた。
She opened her eyes wide in surprise.
別れ際に、彼女は笑顔で手を振った。
At the time of parting, she smiled and waved her hand.
彼女のちょっとした仕草がとても可愛らしい。
Her little gestures are very cute.
彼女は背筋をピンと伸ばして座っている。
She is sitting with her back straight.
彼女は何も言わずにその場を立ち去った。
She left the place without saying a word.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a third-person female or specifically to one's girlfriend.

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