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.
JLPT N1 Grammar: とは (towa) Meaning
The particle とは (towa) is used to introduce a topic or subject, similar to the English phrase “as for” or “speaking of.” It can also be used to indicate contrast or comparison.
FORM
Verb (casual) とは
Noun +（だ/だった）
な-adjective +（だ/だった）
い-adjective + い
Examples
- あの国とは国交がない。 We don’t have any diplomatic relations with that country.
- そんな ことは ない！ That kind of thing—it isn’t! = There’s nothing like that.
- よむことは たのしい。 Reading is fun.
- 今日のことは忘れよう。 Let’s forget about what happened today.
- 偉人が天才とは限らない A great man is not necessarily a genius.
- 彼のしたことは合法です The thing he did is lawful.
- 彼女とは、趣味が合う。 I share common tastes with her.
- いもうとは 四歳 です。 My little sister is four years old.
- うちのしゅうとは嫁に甘い The father-in-law is kind to his daughter-in-law.
- それとこれとは別問題です This and that are different problems.
