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おねえさん
oneesan
Older sister (formal)
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お姉さん
おねえさん
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Older sister (formal)
oneesan
N5
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JLPT Level N5
Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
Kana おねえさん
Romaji oneesan
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What does お姉さん mean in Japanese?
The word お姉さん (おねえさん) means "older sister (formal)" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N5 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce お姉さん?
お姉さん is read as おねえさん (romaji: oneesan). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is お姉さん?
お姉さん is a JLPT N5 vocabulary item. Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
How do I remember お姉さん quickly?
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