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일본인

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Meaning and Usage

"일본인" specifically refers to a person of Japanese nationality or ethnicity. It is a noun used in formal and informal contexts to identify someone from Japan.

Common Contexts

You will often hear "일본인" in conversations about nationality, culture, or when distinguishing people by their country of origin. It is neutral and polite, suitable for everyday use.

Collocations and Patterns

  • "일본인 친구" (Japanese friend): used when talking about a friend from Japan.
  • "일본인 관광객" (Japanese tourist): common in travel or tourism contexts.
  • "일본인 학생" (Japanese student): used in educational settings.

Important Notes

Avoid using any slang or derogatory terms when referring to "일본인". This word is respectful and neutral. Learners sometimes confuse "일본인" with "일본어" (Japanese language), so be careful to use the correct term depending on whether you mean the people or the language.

Example Sentences

그는 일본인 친구와 자주 만나요.

Geuneun ilbonin chinguwa jaju mannayo.

He often meets with his Japanese friend.

일본인은 예의 바른 사람으로 알려져 있어요.

Ilbonineun yeui bareun sarameuro allyeojyeo isseoyo.

Japanese people are known to be polite.

일본인 관광객들이 이곳을 많이 방문해요.

Ilbonin gwangwanggaegdeuri igoseul mani bangmunhaeyo.

Many Japanese tourists visit this place.