JLPT N5 Beginner
な
Connects na-adjectives to nouns, signals strong prohibition, or adds sentence-ending emotion and agreement.
Readings
1 Particle
Connecting Na-Adjectives to Nouns
Functions as the grammatical glue required to modify a noun with a Na-adjective.
2 Sentence-Ending Particle
Adding Feeling to a Sentence
Marks the end of a statement to express deep emotion, indicate a monologue, or loosely seek agreement.
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3 Particle
"Don't..." (Strong Prohibition)
Attaches to the dictionary form of a verb to create a blunt negative imperative indicating strict prohibition.
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4 Particle
"Do..." (Soft Command)
Attaches to the verb stem to function as a short, casual imperative derived from なさい.
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