Meaning
To state that something is happening today.
Cultural Background
Punctuality is a core value, making this phrase essential for daily coordination. In formal business, '{本日|ほんじつ}です' is preferred over '{今日|きょう}です'. Students use this to track exam dates and project deadlines. Used to build excitement for events like concerts or meetups.
Keep it simple
Don't overcomplicate. '{今日|きょう}です' is enough.
Watch the particles
Don't add 'wa' (は) after the time word in this specific structure.
Meaning
To state that something is happening today.
Keep it simple
Don't overcomplicate. '{今日|きょう}です' is enough.
Watch the particles
Don't add 'wa' (は) after the time word in this specific structure.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank for the correct date.
会議は＿＿＿です。
The phrase '{今日|きょう}です' confirms the event is today.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct polite form.
Desu is the correct polite copula.
Complete the dialogue.
A: パーティーはいつ？ B: ＿＿＿。
Use the polite form for a complete answer.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You want to confirm a deadline is today.
Use '{今日|きょう}です' for current day confirmation.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises会議は＿＿＿です。
The phrase '{今日|きょう}です' confirms the event is today.
Choose the correct polite form.
Desu is the correct polite copula.
A: パーティーはいつ？ B: ＿＿＿。
Use the polite form for a complete answer.
You want to confirm a deadline is today.
Use '{今日|きょう}です' for current day confirmation.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsNo, only for nouns/events.
It is polite/neutral.
Use '{昨日|きのう}でした'.
Related Phrases
{明日|あした}です
similarIt is tomorrow.
{昨日|きのう}でした
similarIt was yesterday.
{本日|ほんじつ}です
specialized formIt is today (formal).
{今日|きょう}のことです
builds onIt is a matter of today.
