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“grammar” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibunpō

Example

日本語の文法を勉強します。nihon go no bun pō o ben kyō shi ma su

I study Japanese grammar.

Illustration for 文法 (grammar)

How to say “grammar” in Japanese

“Grammar” in Japanese is 文法 (bunpō).

Describes the underlying rules that organize words and sentences into meaningful language.

Full entry for 文法: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 文法

会話では、文法を気にしすぎないことも大切です。kai wa de wa bun pō o ki ni shi su gi na i ko to mo tai setsu de su

In conversation, it is also important not to worry too much about grammar.

Tips for using 文法

  • In Japanese textbooks, 文法 (bunpō) often labels sections on particles and verb endings, two features that shape everyday sentences.

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