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 N4 Grammar: って (tte) Meaning
The particle って (tte) indicates that the speaker is quoting someone or something. It can be translated as “so-and-so says” or “according to so-and-so.
FORM
Noun って
っていう
Examples
- 葉書三枚で1ポンドだって。 It says three postcards for one pound.
- 靴下３足で５００円だって。 It says three pairs of socks for ¥500.
- 先だって京都に行ってきました I went ahead to Kyoto.
- 鶏胸肉２枚で２９８円だって。 It says two slices of chicken breast for ¥298.
- だって、仕事がないんですもん。 I mean, there’s no work!
- チケットはもう売り切れだって。 The tickets have sold out already.
- 子供が親におもちゃをねだっている The child is pestering the parents for the toy.
- その選手の獲得賞金は2億円だって。 I heard that the player’s career earnings are 200 million yen.
- その選手の獲得賞金は２億円だって。 I heard that the player’s career earnings are 200 million yen.
- あいつらだって、肉を食ってるだろう？ “They eat meat too, don’t they?”
- 周りの人だって、助けてくれると思うよ。 I’m sure (“I think”) the people around you will help you too.