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 basic words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: もう
Meaning: “already done” Indicates the completion of an action or event.
もう” is a Japanese word that can have a variety of meanings depending on the context it is used in. Some possible translations of “もう” include:
“already” – to indicate that something has happened in the past
Example: “もう来ましたか？” (Have you already come?)
“no longer” – to indicate that something is not the case anymore
Example: “もう彼と付き合っていません” (I am no longer dating him)
“more” – to indicate an increased amount or degree of something
Example: “もう一杯お願いします” (One more drink please)
“now” – to indicate the present time
Example: “もう夜ですね” (It is already night now)
Here are a few example sentences using “もう”:
もう食べた？” (Have you eaten already?)
もう彼女は学生ではありません” (She is no longer a student)
もう一杯ビールをください” (One more beer, please)
もう一度やり直してください” (Please try again)
もう10時ですね” (It is already 10 o’clock)
もう寒いので、もう少し暖かい服を着ます” (It is already cold, so I will wear something a little warmer)