も
mo[mo̞]
The English phrase "as well" is translated into Japanese as も (mo).
も is an adverb used to express that something or someone is also, in addition or as well.
Meaning: in addition, also (adv)
How does it change in a sentence?
When using も to mean "also" or "as well", it replaces the topic particles は or が.
How do you pronounce it?
mo
Did you know?
- The particle も originated from the cursive writing of the kanji 毛, which means 'hair'.
- The particle も is so versatile that it can be used to turn a question into a rhetorical one, such as asking 'Is it even possible?' by adding it to certain verbs.
- Using も after every item in a list is a common way to emphasize that a large number of things are included, rather than just adding one more.
Examples in context
- 私も嬉しいわ。I'm happy as well.Tatoeba #10014605 by small_snow, translation #10083303 by CK
- 僕ももう大人だ。I'm an adult now as well.Tatoeba #3366885 by arnab, translation #8395041 by Clepsydris
- トムも泣き始めた。Tom started crying as well.Tatoeba #8576637 by small_snow, translation #3403210 by CK
- ご提案の内容は、他の会社と同様に、弊社でも有効と考えております。We consider the content of your proposal effective for our company as well, just like other companies.
- 今日は買い物に行こうと思っている。本を買いたい。それで、靴も新しく買うつもりだ。I'm planning to go shopping today. I want to buy a book. And, I also plan to buy some new shoes.
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Example conversation
Kenta and Himari are discussing what to bring to a picnic.
- 健太 Kentaパンも持っていくね。Pan mo motte iku ne.I will bring bread as well.
- 陽葵 Himariあ、飲み物も必要だよ。A, nomimono mo hitsuyo da yo.Ah, drinks are also necessary.
- 健太 Kentaわかった。果物も買ってくるよ。Wakatta. Kudamono mo katte kuru yo.Understood. I will buy fruit as well.
- 陽葵 Himariありがとう、健太くん。Arigato, Kenta-kun.Thank you, Kenta.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “as well” translations and entries も, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries も, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
