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• だいにじせかいたいせん 第二次世界大戦
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kick something into the long grass

to delay dealing with something, especially because you want people to forget about it

Like a bull in a china shop: talking about people who are clumsy

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How to say thesis in Japanese

• thesis ; essay; treatise; paper; article

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Japanese Sentence Structure & Word Order

When learning a new language, the grammatical part is inevitable. Even if you have a large vocabulary and can communicate well enough with native speakers of that language (which is a great way to practice at first!), you need to know the correct word order and sentence structure to continue improving. 

Japanese grammar is totally different from English grammar. However, once you get used to the Japanese sentence structure, it will be much easier for you to make sentences. This is because the Japanese language word order is more flexible than that of English. In this article, we’ll introduce the basics of Japanese word order, which will help you better understand Japanese sentence structure as a whole. Brush up on your Japanese here at JapanesePod101.com !

• Overview of Word Order in Japanese
• The Basic Word Order of Japanese
• Word Order with Postpositional Phrases
• Word Order with Modifiers
• Asking Questions
• Let’s Practice Making a Sentence in Japanese!
• Conclusion: How JapanesePod101 Can Help You Learn More Japanese

1. Overview of Word Order in Japanese

1. Japanese is SOV

Japanese is an SOV language , which means that the basic word order in a sentence is S (subject) – O (object) – V (verb) . English, on the other hand, is an SVO language with the order of  S (subject) – V (verb) – O (object) .

　　　　　(S)    (O)      (V)

Japanese : 私は 本を 読みます 。( Watashi wa hon o yomimasu . )

               (S) (V)     (O)

English : “ I read the book .”

2. Variable/Flexible Sentence Structure

The Japanese sentence structure is flexible:

[1] The subject can be omitted when it’s clear from the context/situation. 

[2] The subject and object(s) can be placed in a variable order.

 (S)    (O)        (V)

(私は) 本を 読みます 。 [ (Watashi wa) hon o yomimasu . ] = “ I read the book .”

The subject 私は ( watashi wa ) can be omitted.

                   (S) (V)     (O)

English: “ I read the book .”

In English, the subject can’t be omitted and the verb comes before the object.

　　　　　　    (S)      (O)       (V)

Japanese: (私は) 本を 読みます 。 [ (Watashi wa) hon o   yomimasu . ]

In Japanese, the subject can be omitted and the verb is always at the end of a sentence. The basic word order in Japanese is variable in that the subject can also appear after the object, and the order of the objects (if there are multiple) is flexible.

The postpositional particles are used in a Japanese sentence to modify words.

3. The Distinguishable Features of Word Order in Japanese Sentences

Compared to English, one of the distinguishable features of word order in Japanese is that Japanese has a 述語 ( Jyutsugo ), grammatically translated as “ predicate .”

The predicate is one of the two main parts of a sentence stating something about the subject. While an English predicate can appear in the middle of a sentence, a Japanese 述語 ( Jyutsugo ) is always placed at the end of a sentence. This applies to both the casual form and the polite form.

Japanese : 私は本を読み ます 。( Watashi wa hon o yomi masu . ) >> 読み ます ( yomi masu ) is the predicate.

English : “I read the book.” >> “read the book” is the predicate.

2. The Basic Word Order of Japanese

1. SOV in Japanese

As we saw in the previous section, the basic sentence structure of Japanese is S (subject) – O (object) – V (verb).

Japanese parts of speech are usually followed by 助詞 ( Joshi ), or “particles,” that modify the word in front.

The subject is the person or thing that’s being discussed or described in a sentence, and the Japanese subject is usually followed by は ( wa ) or が ( ga ) , which are 格助詞 ( Kaku-Joshi ) meaning “case markers” or 係助詞 ( Kakari-Joshi ) meaning “binding particles.”

The object is usually a noun or pronoun that is acted upon by the subject. A Japanese object is followed by a particle, such as を ( o ) or に ( ni ) , which are 格助詞 ( Kaku-Joshi ). The verb conveys an action (eat, write, move, etc.), an occurrence (happen, change), or a state of being (be, seem, exist). Japanese verbs either end the sentence, or are followed by 丁寧体 ( Teinei-tai ) such as です ( desu ) or ます ( masu ) in the polite form.

2. Flexible Word Order

As we mentioned earlier, in Japanese grammar, word order is pretty flexible. Look at the diagram of the Japanese sentence structure in 1. 2. [2] above; the word order of the subject and object(s) is flexible. Even though the subject usually appears at the beginning of a sentence, the subject can also be placed in the middle or even be omitted.

Let’s take a look at the example. 

S (subject) – O (object) – V (verb)

• (私は)明日図書館で友達と本を読みます。

(Watashi wa) ashita   toshokan de   tomodachi to   hon o   yomimasu.       

(I)       (tomorrow) (at the library) (with a friend) (the book) (read).

“I will read the book with a friend at the library tomorrow.”

The subject and object(s) can be placed in a variable order.

For example, the sentence above can also be in the following orders:

(私は)図書館で明日友達と本を読みます。

(Watashi wa) toshokan de  ashita   tomodachi to   hon o   yomimasu . 

(私は)友達と図書館で明日本を読みます。

(Watashi wa) tomodachi to  toshokan de  ashita   hon o yomimasu . 　

明日図書館で(私は)友達と本を読みます。

Ashita  toshokan de (watashi wa)   tomodachi to  hon o  yomimasu.  

3. Word Order with Postpositional Phrases

While English uses prepositions (such as “at,” “on,” and “for”) to express a relationship to another word, Japanese uses postpositional particles, or 助詞 ( Joshi ) . These particles come after the modified noun, verb, adjective, or at the end of a sentence. 

There are several types of particles, categorized by function. However, we’ll only introduce the most essential particle: 格助詞 ( Kaku-Joshi ) or “case maker.”  

When there are multiple objects, their order is flexible and variable as mentioned in the previous section.

彼は駅 まで 歩きました。( Kare wa eki made arukimashita. ), “He walked to the station.”

4. Word Order with Modifiers

With the basic Japanese word order rules in mind, let’s see how it works with modifiers to make more complex sentences.

A modifier is a word—such as an adjective, pronoun, or adverb—that expresses something about the word that follows it. Adjectives and pronouns modify nouns; adverbs modify verbs. 

Here’s the Japanese word order with modifiers by function.

1. With Adjectives

In Japanese word order, adjectives come in front of nouns to describe them.

• 赤い りんご ( akai ringo ), “red apple”
• 分厚い 本 ( buatsui   hon ), “thick book”

In a sentence with a subject and verb, the format is: S (subject) – O (object) – V (verb).

• 彼は赤いりんごを食べました。 ( Kare wa akai ringo o tabemashita . ) , “He ate a red apple.”
• 私は分厚い本を読みます。 ( Watashi wa buatsui  hon o yomimasu . ) , “I read the thick book.”

To learn more about Japanese adjectives, please visit our page on the Most Common Adjectives.

2. With Possessive Pronouns

Japanese possessive pronouns—such as 私の ( watashi no ) meaning “my” and 彼の ( kare no ) meaning “his”—come in front of nouns. The Japanese possessive case is の ( -no ) which is the postpositional particle marked after a person or thing.

• 私の 車 ( Watashi no kuruma ), “my car”
• 彼女の 家 ( Kanojo no ie ), “her house”

In a sentence with a subject and verb:

• 彼は私の車を使いました。( Kare wa watashi no kuruma o tsukaimashita . ), “He used my car.”
• 私は彼女の家へ行きました。( Watashi wa kanojo no ie e ikimashita . ), “I went to her house.”

3. With Adverbs

Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. Japanese adverbs come in front of the words they modify.

• 静かに 話します ( shizuka ni hanashimasu ), “speak quietly”
• ひどく 疲れました ( hidoku tsukaremashita ), “terribly tired”

In a sentence with a subject and verb: 

• 彼女は静かに話します。( Kanojo wa shizuka ni   hanashimasu . ), “She speaks quietly.”
• 彼女はとても静かに話します。( Kanojo wa totemo shizuka ni   hanashimasu . ), “She speaks very quietly.”
• 私はひどく疲れました。( Watashi wa hidoku   tsukaremashita . ), “I got terribly tired.”

For more about Japanese adverbs, please check out our page on Must-Know Adverbs and Phrases for Connecting Thoughts.

4. With Numerals

When numerals modify a noun, they come before that noun. When numerals are used as an object, they come before verbs. 

•   一冊の 本 ( Issatsu no hon ), “one book”
• 二つの りんご ( Futatsu no ringo ), “two apples”
• 5匹 います ( Go-hiki   imasu ), “there are five (kinds of animals)”
• 私は１冊の本を読みます。( Watashi wa issatsu no hon o yomimasu . ), “I read one book.”
• 木から落ちたのは二つのりんごです。( Ki kara ochita no wa futatsu no ringo desu . ), “What fell from a tree are two apples.”
• 動物園にパンダが5頭います。( Dōbutsuen ni panda ga go-tō imasu . ), “There are five pandas in the zoo.”

There’s a great variety of Japanese counter words which are used when talking about things, actions, or events. 

For more about the basics of Japanese numbers, please visit Numbers and Kanji for Numbers and Counters .

Dōbutsuen ni panda ga go- tō imasu . (“There are five pandas in the zoo.”)

5. Asking Questions

Making an interrogative sentence in Japanese is surprisingly easy! It doesn’t involve changing the word order or adding an auxiliary verb to form a question, like in English (e.g. You swim. >> Do you swim?).

In Japanese, you only have to add か ( ka ) , a question marker, to the end of a sentence and pronounce it with a rising intonation. 

Polite / Basic Sentence

• 私は 本を 読みます 。( Watashi wa hon o yomimasu . ), “I read the book.”

　　　 Question : 私は 本を 読みます か。 ( Watashi wa hon o yomimasu ka .), “Do I read the book?”

• これは 100円 です 。( Kore wa hyaku-en desu . ), “This is 100 yen.”

          Question : これは 100円 です か。 ( Kore wa hyaku-en desu ka. ), “Is this 100 yen?”

• 彼女は 肉を 食べません 。( Kanojo wa niku o tabemasen . ), “She doesn’t eat meat.”

          Question : 彼女は 肉を 食べません か。( Kanojo wa niku o tabemasen ka . ), “Doesn’t she eat meat?”

Casual Sentence

In casual and colloquial speech, just change the pronunciation to have a rising intonation at the end of a sentence, without adding か ( ka ) .  

• 今日は寒い。( Kyō wa samui. ), “Today is cold.”

　　　 Question : 今日は寒い ? ( Kyō wa samui ? ), “Is today cold?”

• 私に小包が届いた。( Watashi ni kozutsumi ga todoita. ), “The parcel was delivered to me.”

          Question : 私に小包が届いた ？ ( Watashi ni kozutsumi ga todoita ? ), “Was the parcel delivered to me?”

• （あなたは）犬が好き。[ (Anata wa) inu ga suki. ], “You like dogs.”

          Question :（あなたは）犬が好き ？ [ (Anata wa) inu ga suki ? ], “Do you like dogs?”

6. Let’s Practice Making a Sentence in Japanese! 

Learning by doing is the best way to master! Now, let’s practice making a Japanese sentence, step by step, with the Japanese word order rules you’ve learned today. If you don’t remember anything, feel free to review the sections above! 

Try to translate the following sentences in Japanese.

1. “You went to the library.”  : _________________

2. “You went to the library in the morning.”  : _________________

3. “You went to the library in the morning at eight o’clock.” : _________________

4. “Did you go to the library in the morning?” : _________________

5. “She ate sushi today.”  : _________________

6. “She ate sushi with Mariko today.”  : _________________

7. “She ate sushi with Mariko for lunch today.”  : _________________

8. “Did she eat sushi with Mariko for lunch today?” :_________________

If you don’t know certain vocabulary words, please check out our lists for the 50 Most Common Verbs and our School Vocabulary .

“Library” in Japanese is 図書館 ( toshokan ).

1. “You went to the library.” 

　 あなたは図書館へ行きました。( Anata wa toshokan e ikimashita. )

2. “You went to the library in the morning.” 

　あなたは朝図書館へ行きました。( Anata wa asa toshokan e ikimashita. )

3. “You went to the library in the morning at eight o’clock.” 

   あなたは朝8時に図書館へ行きました。( Anata wa asa hachi-ji ni toshokan e ikimashita. )

4. “Did you go to the library in the morning?” 

　あなたは朝図書館へ行きましたか。( Anata wa asa toshokan e ikimashita ka. )　

5. “She ate sushi today.”  

     彼女は今日寿司を食べました。( Kanojo wa kyō sushi o tabemashita. )

6. “She ate sushi with Mariko today.” 

     彼女は今日まりこと寿司を食べました。( Kanojo wa kyō Mariko to sushi o tabemashita. )

7. “She ate sushi with Mariko for lunch today.” 

     彼女は今日お昼ご飯にまりこと寿司を食べました。( Kanojo wa kyō o-hirugohan ni Mariko to sushi o tabemashita. )

8. “Did she eat sushi with Mariko for lunch today?” :

    彼女は今日まりこと寿司を食べましたか。( Kanojo wa kyō Mariko to sushi o tabemashita ka. )

*The word order of objects can vary when there are many in a sentence.

7. Conclusion: How JapanesePod101 Can Help You Learn More Japanese

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Japanese is a language rich in beauty and emotion, with words that capture the essence of nature, feelings, and culture. Whether you are a language enthusiast or simply curious, learning some of these 50 pretty words in Japanese can deepen your appreciation of the language. Let’s explore some beautiful, meaningful, and aesthetically pleasing words from Japan.

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桜 (Sakura) Cherry blossoms, symbolizing beauty and the fleeting nature of life. Often represents renewal and the transient nature of existence.

恋 (Koi) Romantic love or deep affection, typically focused on passionate love between individuals.

夢 (Yume) Dream, both in the literal sense of what one experiences while sleeping and metaphorically as something one desires or aspires to.

輝き (Kagayaki) Radiance or brightness, often used to describe the brilliance or glow of something, like light or a person’s aura.

希望 (Kibou) Hope or aspiration, representing a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain outcome.

微笑み (Hohoemi) A gentle smile, reflecting a soft, kind expression of happiness or contentment.

静けさ (Shizukesa) Serenity or peacefulness, often describing a calm and tranquil environment, free from disturbance.

光 (Hikari) Light or illumination, either in a literal sense or figuratively as knowledge, hope, or guidance.

音 (Oto) Sound, especially natural or musical sounds, conveying auditory sensations.

風 (Kaze) Wind, often symbolizing change or freedom, representing movement or a shift in circumstances.

星 (Hoshi) Star, referring to a celestial body, often symbolizing beauty, dreams, or distant aspirations.

青 (Ao) Blue, commonly used to describe the color of the sky or sea, often symbolizing calmness and depth.

美 (Bi) Beauty, describing something aesthetically pleasing or of high artistic value.

雪 (Yuki) Snow, symbolizing purity, innocence, and a sense of calm through its white, pristine appearance.

永遠 (Eien) Eternity, representing an infinite or everlasting period of time, often used in the context of relationships or time.

温もり (Nukumori) Warmth, which can be physical (heat) or emotional (a sense of comfort or affection).

花 (Hana) Flower, symbolizing nature’s beauty, often representing life, growth, and natural elegance.

光沢 (Koutaku) Luster or sheen, referring to a shining or glossy surface, often used for objects like metals or fabrics.

夕日 (Yuuhi) Sunset, the beauty of the setting sun, often symbolizing the end of something or the beauty of endings.

愛 (Ai) Love, deep affection and care, encompassing love in various forms, including romantic, familial, or platonic love.

調和 (Chouwa) Harmony, balance between elements, often used to describe peaceful coexistence or balance in life or music.

自由 (Jiyuu) Freedom or liberty, representing the state of being free from constraints or restrictions.

永遠の愛 (Eien no ai) Eternal love, symbolizing everlasting affection that transcends time and life.

流星 (Ryuusei) Shooting star, symbolizing a fleeting moment of brilliance or a wish, often associated with good luck or dreams.

恵み (Megumi) Blessing or grace, often seen as a divine favor or gift from a higher power.

天使 (Tenshi) Angel, a divine or benevolent being, often representing protection, kindness, or purity.

空 (Sora) Sky, representing the vast blue expanse, often symbolizing freedom, openness, or infinite possibilities.

光明 (Koumyou) Brightness or enlightenment, used to signify both physical light and the metaphorical light of wisdom or knowledge.

木漏れ日 (Komorebi) Sunlight filtering through the trees, a poetic term describing the beauty of light passing through foliage.

新しい (Atarashii) New, meaning something fresh, recently created, or renewed, often symbolizing beginnings or innovation.

静寂 (Seijaku) Silence or quietness, referring to an absence of sound, often used to describe a peaceful or contemplative moment.

希望の光 (Kibou no hikari) Light of hope, symbolizing optimism and the possibility of a positive outcome.

涼しい (Suzushii) Cool, typically referring to a refreshing breeze or a comfortable temperature.

愛しさ (Itoshisa) Cherished feeling or beloved, representing deep emotional attachment or affection for someone or something.

優しさ (Yasashisa) Kindness or gentle nature, referring to the quality of being caring, compassionate, and tender.

海 (Umi) Sea, symbolizing the vastness and depth of the ocean, often associated with exploration, emotion, or mystery.

鏡 (Kagami) Mirror, a reflective surface that metaphorically represents self-reflection, truth, or beauty.

平和 (Heiwa) Peace, representing a state of calmness, tranquility, or non-violence, often used in a societal or personal context.

虹 (Niji) Rainbow, a symbol of hope and beauty after rain, often representing diversity, positivity, and new beginnings.

美しい (Utsukushii) Beautiful, describing something or someone that is visually stunning or pleasing in appearance.

幸せ (Shiawase) Happiness or joy, representing a state of well-being, contentment, and emotional satisfaction.

永遠の平和 (Eien no heiwa) Eternal peace, symbolizing everlasting tranquility or calm, often used in spiritual or societal contexts.

光彩 (Kousai) Gleam or bright shine, representing a vivid, glowing, or radiant quality, often associated with light or brilliance.

雲 (Kumo) Cloud, a floating mass in the sky, often symbolizing dreams, ambiguity, or fleeting moments.

涙 (Namida) Tears, representing deep emotions, whether of sadness, joy, or relief.

奇跡 (Kiseki) Miracle, a wondrous event that seems to defy natural laws, often seen as an act of divine intervention.

心 (Kokoro) Heart, soul, or mind, representing the emotional or spiritual core of a person, often connected to feelings or thoughts.

勇気 (Yuuki) Courage, representing bravery and the strength to face adversity or challenges.

瞬間 (Shunkan) Moment, referring to a brief point in time, often used to highlight the significance of a fleeting experience.

約束 (Yakusoku) Promise, a commitment or vow made between people, representing trust and future intentions.

Japanese words often carry a poetic quality, deeply connected to nature, emotions, and everyday life. They invite introspection and a heightened sense of beauty in even the simplest things. Each word not only conveys its meaning but also holds cultural significance, making Japanese a highly expressive and nuanced language.

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These 50 pretty Japanese words reveal the poetic and deep nature of the Japanese language. From expressions of love and beauty to moments of serenity and joy, each word carries its own unique charm. Whether you’re learning Japanese or simply want to enrich your vocabulary, these words are a beautiful way to connect with the language and culture of Japan.

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Learn more in the Cambridge English-Japanese Dictionary. thesis Noun, Noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'. 1. proposition; thesis; notion; theory. Noun, Noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'. 2. problem; issue; challenge. Wikipedia definition. 3. Proposition In logic and philosophy, the term proposition refers to e... Read more. Details . Japanese translation of 'thesis' Japanese Translation of "THESIS" | The official Collins English-Japanese Dictionary online. Over 100,000 Japanese translations of English words and phrases. How to Find Waseda University Thesis & Dissertation Japanese version of this guide. Generally speaking a thesis/ dissertation is a document based on original research, submitted in order to obtain an academic degree. It depends on the country and academic situation which phrase is used for the document. So in this section, they are distinguished in writing: Doctoral Dissertation, Master's Thesis ... THESIS thiabendazole. thick. thick Tohoku accent. Search for more words in the Spanish-English dictionary. Translation for 'thesis' in the free English-Japanese dictionary and many other Japanese translations. THESIS THESIS - 定義, THESIS の発音音声とその他: a long piece of writing that you do as part of an advanced university course: Cambridge 英語-日本語辞典をもっと見る - Cambridge Dictionary How to say thesis in Japanese The translation of thesis is ronbun. How to use thesis in a sentence, with our dictionary. Japanese Studies for EALC Grad Students: Dissertation & Thesis Thesis/Dissertations written in Japanese. The National Diet Library Digitized Contents About 140,000 titles of Japanese doctoral dissertations (received 1991-2000) are available online in addition to about 126,000 titles provided only inside the NDL. Browse by title Title list of all the dissertations received by NDL from 1950 to present. Research Guides: Japanese Studies: Thesis and Dissertations Find Thesis and Dissertations. ・ IRDB (Institutional Repositories DataBase) - This database allows you to search Japanese institutional depositories, for departmental bulletin, thesis, dissertations, and conference papers. [Full-text and Index] ・ CiNii Dissertations - This database allows you to search Japanese doctoral dissertations held ... PDF THE DISSERTATION HANDBOOK for Ph.D. Candidates Whether or not a reference thesis is to be included should be determined in consultation with your academic advisor. (2) The title of the reference thesis and your name are to be typed on the front cover and spine, with the text "Reference Thesis" typed above the title on the cover. It is not necessary to add a Japanese translation of the ... PDF H ow t o c om p os e you r m as t e r ' s t h e s i s 2. Thesis abstract (in English) 3. Thesis abstract (in Japanese) *optional 4. Contents *optional 5. 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As we saw in the previous section, the basic sentence structure of Japanese is S (subject) - O (object) - V (verb). Japanese parts of speech are usually followed by 助詞 ( Joshi ), or "particles," that modify the word in front. I am writing a bachelor's thesis about the word かける, and ... As the title states, I am doing a bachelor's thesis on the word かける. My goal is to explore the history of the word, and try to figure out if there is an underlying logic that ties all of it's different meanings together. ... It's actually very common for Japanese words from the same original root to have various kanji spellings, sometimes ... 50 pretty words in Japanese and their beautiful meanings With MochiKanji, you can efficiently incorporate these meaningful Japanese words into your everyday vocabulary and deepen your connection to the language. Try learning now. Conclusion. These 50 pretty Japanese words reveal the poetic and deep nature of the Japanese language. 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