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: 横 (ou, yoko)
Meaning: sideways, side
Examples
- 鳥は魚の横にいません。 The bird is not next to the fish.
- 今は日本人の横綱がいない There is no Japanese grand champion sumo wrestler at the moment.
- 彼女は娘の横に寝ている。 She sleeps beside her daughter.
- 今日は、横浜に来ています。 Today we’ve come to Yokohama.
- 今日は横浜に買い物に行く。 I will go shopping in Yokohama today.
- 弟が私のケーキを横取りした My younger brother stole my cake.
- 横の長さは1メートルです。 Its width is one meter.
- 横の長さは１メートルです。 Its width is one meter.
- 横断歩道を渡ってください。 Please cross at the crosswalk.
- 横浜に行って、夜景を見た。 I went to Yokohama and saw the night scenery.
- 田中先生は車の横にいます。 Teacher Tanaka is next to the car.
