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: 居る (iru)
Meaning: There is / There are
Examples
- 松本さんは図書館に居るかな。 I wonder if Matsumoto-san is at the library.
- 家族と一緒に居るだけで、幸せ。 Just by being with my family I am happy.
- 虫が嫌いなので、小屋に入る前に虫が居るのだろうか。 Since I hate bugs, before I enter the storehouse I wonder if there are any bugs.
- いいえ。日本の生活は楽しいし、良い友達が居るし、帰りたくないです。 No. Life in Japan is fun, and I have good friends here. So I dont want to return.
- 兄弟が三人いる。 I have three brothers.
- 兎が野原にいる。 The rabbit is in the field.
- 友達の家にいる。 To be at a friend’s house.
- 家が燃えている。 The house is burning.
