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を (wo/o) - Direct Object

[Object] + を + [Verb]

Quick answer

[Object] + を + [Verb] means "Marks the direct object". Mastering this N5 structure builds fluency for reading and listening. Full examples and exercises are below.

Meaning

Marks the direct object

Explanation

を marks what is being acted upon by a verb.

Examples

本を読みます。
ほんをよみます。
I read a book.
本—Book読—Read
コーヒーを飲みます。
こーひーをのみます。
I drink coffee.
飲—to drink

Practice this grammar

[Object] + を + [Verb]

Which sentence correctly uses "を (wo/o) - Direct Object"?

Vocabulary from these examples

本BookN5読ReadN5飲to drinkN4本Book

Last updated Jul 4, 2026