さ
sa
Description
「さ」は話すときによく使う短い言葉です。文の終わりや途中につけて、軽く自分の考えを言ったり、リズムをつけたりします。
"さ" is a short word often used in speech. It is added at the end or middle of sentences to lightly express one's thoughts or add rhythm.
「さあ」の短い形として、人をさそうときや返事に困ったときにも使います。
As a short form of "さあ," it is also used to invite someone or when unsure how to reply.
Meanings
さsa
casual sentence-ending particle asserting one's view
大丈夫だよ、きっとできるさ。
It's okay, you can definitely do it.
さsa
filler particle inserted mid-sentence for rhythm
昨日さ、友だちに会ったんだ。
Yesterday, I met a friend.
さsa
interjection: come on; well; used to urge or hesitate
さ、行こうか。
Come on, shall we go?
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
sentence-final さ sounds casual and slightly masculine, softly asserting or explaining without seeking agreement.
- Nuance
mid-sentence さ is a very common colloquial filler, roughly like English "like" or "you know".
In videos
“愚痴っていうのは部長がうるさくてさとかね。”
“竹ってさ、台風が来てもしなやかじゃない。”
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