JLPT N5Grammar
ο½γ¨θ¨γ
to say ~, called ~
Beginner
10-15 min
common
Expert Reviewed
Explanation
Reports what someone said or names something.
Formation
[Quote] + γ¨θ¨γ
Examples
ε½Όγ―εΏγγγ¨θ¨γγΎγγγ
Kare wa isogashii to iimashita.
He said he's busy.
η°δΈγγγ¨γγδΊΊγ§γγ
Tanaka-san to iu hito desu.
It's a person called Tanaka.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Use plain form before γ¨.
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