この
kono
Translations
1.
this
2.
this (near the speaker)
Notes
The word 'この' is a demonstrative adjective used to indicate something close to the speaker. It is often used in conjunction with a noun to specify which item is being referred to. It is part of the ko-so-a-do series in Japanese, which are sets of words used to indicate location or direction relative to the speaker and listener.
Tags
#demonstrative
#grammar
#basic vocabulary
Examples
この本は面白いです。
Kono hon wa omoshiroi desu.
This book is interesting.
この車は新しいです。
Kono kuruma wa atarashii desu.
This car is new.
この犬はかわいいです。
Kono inu wa kawaii desu.
This dog is cute.