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: こちら
Meaning：”this way” or “this direction
こちら (kochira) is a Japanese word that means “this way” or “this direction.” It is commonly used to indicate where something is located or to direct someone to a specific location.
Here are ten examples of how you can use こちら (kochira) in Japanese:
- こちらが会議室です。 This is the conference room.
- こちらに座ってください。 Please sit here.
- こちらを見てください。 Please look at this.
- こちらからお手紙を出します。I will send a letter from here.
- こちらに電話してください。 Please call here.
- こちらに預けてください。 Please leave it here.
- こちらへお越しください。Please come this way.
- こちらを見て、右を向いてください。 Please look at this and turn right.
- こちらのレストランをおすすめします。I recommend this restaurant.
- こちらからお土産を持ってきました。I brought a souvenir from here.
