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: 親 (oya)
Meaning: ”parent,”
specifically referring to one’s father or mother. It can also be used as a general term for any older adult who acts as a caregiver or authority figure.
Examples
- 親切な行為 kind act
- 彼は親孝行だ He is dutiful to his parents.
- 彼は親日家だ He is a Japanophile.
- 親孝行な息子。 A dutiful son.
- トムは母親似だ。 Tom looks like his mother.
- 親切な先生です。 (He is) a kind teacher.
- 親切な客室乗務員 friendly flight attendant
- 親知らずが痛い。 My wisdom teeth hurt.
- 躾は親の役目だ。 Disciplining their children is a duty of the parents.
- 「親切な人です。」 “He/she is a kind person.”
- 彼は私の親友です。 He is my best friend.