Japanese

Meaning: also, too, even (particle)
Part of Speech: Particle

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も

Example sentences

Both the rain and wind have gotten stronger.
そこに座ってもいいですか
May I sit there?
なるほど、彼の言うことにも一理ある。
I see, there's some truth in what he says.
あの人はいつも笑顔で、誰からも好かれている。
That person is always smiling and is liked by everyone.
これからもよろしくお願いします。
I look forward to working with you from now on.
親の子に対する愛は、何物にも代えがたい。
A parent's love for their child is irreplaceable.
今日もええ天気だすな。
Today is good weather too, isn't it?
彼は誰にも秘密を明かさなかった。
He didn't reveal the secret to anyone.
彼は一時間も電話で話している。
He has been talking on the phone for an hour.
これ以上やってもだめだ。
It's no good trying any more than this.

Usage Notes

Replaces は, が, or を to mean 'also/too'. When used twice (A も B も), means 'both A and B'. Can express 'even' in certain contexts.

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