Meaning of 甥 in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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甥
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Kana Readingおい
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Romajioi
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
- Meaning
- nephew
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Example Sentences
甥, おい used in context
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妹には２人の息子がいるので、私には２人の甥がいることになる。
My sister has two sons, so I have two nephews.
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She refused to put up with her boisterous nephews anymore.
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All her money went to her nephew.
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He is not my son, but my nephew.
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His nephew was brought up to be modest and considerate.
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His nephew was absorbed in the splendid fireworks.
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