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: 新 (shin, atarashii) new
Meaning: new
The pronunciation of the character in Japanese is “atarashii.” It is commonly used in words such as 新しい (atarashii) meaning new, 新年 (shinnen) meaning new year
Examples
- 新しい家 new home
- 新しい建物 new building
- 新しい機械 new machine
- 新しい素材 new material
- 新しい車。 A new car.
- 新聞どこ? Where’s the newspaper?
- 新鮮な果物 fresh fruit
- 新鮮な野菜 fresh vegetables
- 新聞を読む。 I read a newspaper.
- 新鮮なプラム fresh plums