A1 Expression Formal

あれは何ですか

are wa nan desu ka

What is that? (far)

Meaning

Asking for identification of a distant object.

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Cultural Background

Pointing with a finger is often considered rude. Use an open hand instead. The Ko-So-A-Do system is essential for politeness.

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Use your hand

Gesture with an open palm toward the object instead of pointing with one finger.

Meaning

Asking for identification of a distant object.

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Use your hand

Gesture with an open palm toward the object instead of pointing with one finger.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct pronoun for an object far away.

___ wa nan desu ka?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Are

Are is for distant objects.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct pronoun for an object far away. Choose A1

___ wa nan desu ka?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Are

Are is for distant objects.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is better to use 'Ano kata wa dare desu ka?' for people.

Related Phrases

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これは何ですか

similar

What is this?

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