N4expression
という (to iu) - Called/Named
[Name] + という + [Noun]
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[Name] + という + [Noun] means "Called, named". As a N4 grammar point, it is tested in the JLPT. Detailed examples and a usage explanation are on this page.
Significato
Called, named
Spiegazione
という introduces names or identifies things.
Esempi
田中という人を知っていますか。
たなかというひとをしっていますか。
Conosci una persona di nome Tanaka?
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[Name] + という + [Noun]
Which sentence correctly uses "という (to iu) - Called/Named"?
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Ultimo aggiornamento Jul 22, 2026