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そうか
sou ka
Description
「そうか」は、相手の話を聞いて「わかった」「なるほど」と思ったときに使う言葉です。
"そうか" is a word used when you hear someone and think "I see" or "I understand."
少しくだけた言い方で、友だちや家族とよく使います。
It is a slightly casual expression often used with friends and family.
Meanings
そうかsou ka
I see; oh, really; is that so
そうか、それは大変だったね。
I see, that must have been tough.
そうかsou ka
is that right? (a light question to oneself)
そうか、明日は休みか。
I see, tomorrow is a day off.
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Notes
- Form
そう (that way / so) + か (question/reflection particle); casual counterpart of そうですか.
- Nuance
often said to oneself as quiet realization; rising tone makes it a real question.
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