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: 後ろ (うしろ) ushiro
Meaning: back, behind
Examples
- 後ろに人の気配を感じた I sensed someone behind.
- 後ろに下がってください。 Please step backward.
- 後ろの席が空いています。 The rear seat is empty.
- 僕は後ろを振り返ってみた。 I turned and looked behind me.
- このブラウスは後ろ開きです。 This blouse opens from the back.
- そして、康平の後ろに並んだ。 And then she got in line (“lined up”) behind him.
- ラインの後ろでお待ち下さい。 Please wait behind the line.
- 後ろから押すと危ないですよ。 It’s dangerous to push from behind.
- 李さんの後ろに子供がいます。 There is a child behind Mr. Lee.
- 男の子は母親の後ろに隠れた。 The boy hid behind his mother.