JLPT N4 Elementary
と言う
「という」
Means “called” or “named,” or marks a quotation.
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1 Phrase (modifies a noun)
"Called..." / "Named..."
Identifies a general noun by attaching a specific name, label, or definition to it.
Example
これ は 「 お 守り 」 という もの です 。
This is a thing called an "omamori" (a good luck charm).
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2 Verb Phrase
"To Say..." / Quoting
Marks the end of a quotation, thought, or definition to attribute it to a source.
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3 Phrase
"As Much As..." / Highlighting a Quantity
Emphasizes that a specific number or amount is considered significant or substantial by the speaker.
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4 Phrase
"Every Single..."
Repeats the same noun to indicate universality or to encompass every single instance of that item.
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