Japanese Word of the Day
相談
SOU-dan • noun / verb (する) — 6th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: to consult; to talk something over and seek advice
Examples
- 友達に相談しました。
(I consulted my friend.) - 先生に進路のことを相談した。
(I talked to my teacher about my future path.) - 困ったときは一人で悩まず、誰かに相談してください。
(When you're in trouble, don't worry alone; please talk to someone and ask for advice.)
Synonyms
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This word is commonly used when you ask someone for advice or discuss a problem, especially with a friend, teacher, coworker, or family member. It often appears in the pattern '〜に相談する'.
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