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Japanese ______ are words in the Japanese language used to address or refer to present people or things, where present means people or things that can be pointed at
pronouns
Gender, formality, dialect and region
The use of pronouns, especially when referring to oneself and speaking in the first person, vary between gender, formality, dialect and region where Japanese is spoken. == Use and etymology == In contrast to present people and things, absent people and things can be referred to by naming; for example, by instantiating a class, "the house" (in a context where there is only one house) and presenting things in relation to the present, named and sui generis people or things can be "I'm going home", "I'm going to Hayao's place", "I'm going to the mayor's place", "I'm going to my mother's place" or "I'm going to my mother's friend's place". Functionally, deicti.
Position, role
The position of things (far away, nearby) and their role in the current interaction (goods, addresser, addressee, bystander) are features of the meaning of those words
First person
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Study Notes
Japanese Pronouns
- Japanese pronouns are used to address or refer to present people or things, meaning people or things that can be pointed at.
Features of Pronouns
- The position of things (far away, nearby) and their role in the current interaction (goods, addresser, addressee, bystander) are features of the meaning of pronouns.
Variation in Pronoun Use
- The use of pronouns, especially when referring to oneself and speaking in the first person, varies between:
- Gender
- Formality
- Dialect
- Region where Japanese is spoken
Referring to Absent People and Things
- Absent people and things can be referred to by naming, such as:
- Instantiating a class (e.g., "the house")
- Presenting things in relation to present, named, and sui generis people or things (e.g., "I'm going home", "I'm going to Hayao's place", "I'm going to the mayor's place", etc.)
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Test your knowledge of Japanese pronouns with this quiz! Explore the different pronouns used to address and refer to people and things in Japanese, and learn about their meanings and usage in various contexts. Perfect for learners of the Japanese language or anyone interested in Japanese culture and communication.
