How to say 'Uncle' or 'Middle aged man' in Japanese | おじさん

word

Meaning

Uncle, Middle aged man

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Explanation

The Japanese noun 'おじさん (おじさん)' primarily means 'uncle', referring to one's father or mother's brother. However, it is also commonly used to refer to any middle-aged man, often in a casual or familiar context. This term can carry nuances of respect or affection, depending on the situation. For example: That man is my uncle「あの男性は私のおじさんです」(あのだんせいはわたしのおじさんです). The middle-aged man helped me「おじさんが助けてくれました」(おじさんがたすけてくれました). It's important to note that the term can sometimes be used humorously or sarcastically, depending on the tone and context.

Part Of Speech

noun

Frequency

1545

Composition

hiragana

Handwriting