It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: あれ (are)
Meaning: “that”
It can mean “that” (referring to something nearby or previously mentioned), “that over there” (referring to something farther away), or “that thing/person” (used to refer to something or someone that is unknown or not specified).
Examples
- あれは、新しい。 That over there is new.
- あれはトムかな？ Is that Tom?
- あれは何ですか？ What is that over there?
- あれは何ですか。 What’s that one over there?
- あれは手紙です。 That one over there is a letter.
- あれは新聞です。 That one over there is a newspaper.
- あれは机ですか。 Is that one over there a desk?
- あれは椅子です。 That one over there is a chair.
- あれは綺麗です。 That over there is beautiful.
- あれは雑誌です。 That one over there is a magazine.
- あれ？これ、なに？ Huh? What’s this?