【JLPT N5 Grammar】The particle "よ"

Explanation:〜よ

The particle 「よ」 is used at the end of a sentence to emphasize information, usually when the speaker believes the listener does not know it. By adding 「よ」, the speaker highlights that the information is certain or important, often to assure, encourage, or correct the listener. It gives a slightly more assertive or informative tone to statements and is a common way to make conversations sound friendly and engaging.

Meaning
"I'm telling you..." / "for your information" / "you should know..."

Form
Sentence + よ。

「よ」 attaches to the end of a sentence to emphasize the point, helping to convey confidence or emphasis in what the speaker is saying. It’s often used in informal or friendly contexts.

JLPT Level
N5



Sample sentenes

A:納豆なっとうは おいしいですか。
B:はい、おいしいです

AIs natto delicious?
BYes, its delicious.

natto

A:明日あしたは 授業じゅぎょうが ありますか。
B:いいえ、ありません

AAre there classes tomorrow?
BNo, there is not.

A:あれ、トムさんは?
B:今日きょうは、ません

AUm…Where is Tom?
BHe won't come here today.

Vocabulary

Japanese English
おいしい delicious
じゅぎょう class

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