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: 会 (かい) kai
Meaning:
In Japanese, “会 (かい)” can have several meanings depending on the context, including:
- To meet – as in “I will meet you at the station”
- To gather – as in “We are having a gathering of friends”
- To understand – as in “Do you understand what I’m saying?”
- Association, society, or club – as in “We belong to the same club”
- To hold or have a meeting – as in “We are holding a meeting tomorrow”.
Examples
- 初めて会う meet for the first time
- 小さい会社 small company
- 私の会計士 my accountant
- 都市社会学 urban sociology
- 会社の弁護士 company lawyer
- 会社へ行く。 To go to the company.
- 社会学の研究 study of sociology
- 高校の同窓会 high school reunion
- 会社のオフィス company office
- 会社を退職する retire from a company
