の
Usually written in kana. Kanji spelling 乃
indicates possessive; nominalizes verbs and adjectives; substitutes for "ga" in subordinate phrases; indicates a confident conclusion
Meanings
Particle
indicates possessive- nominalizes verbs and adjectives
- substitutes for "ga" in subordinate phrases
- indicates a confident conclusion
- indicates emotional emphasisFemale speech
All 6 meanings
- indicates question
Example sentences
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It is a white lie.
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He is a man of virtue.
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It's a nice day.
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Something is the matter with my watch.
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What are the units of time?
More examples (10)
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The devil lurks behind the cross.
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Know who you are.
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I'm a lock without a key.
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They are all the same.
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He is a man of wisdom.
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He is a man of education.
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Tails are absent in some cats.
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Put the clock right.
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Please don't go out of your way on my account.
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What are you driving at?