モト
moto
モト is the Japanese term for a motorcycle.
モト is used as a shortened term for a motorcycle. Note that the word motoshachō means 'former company president'.
How do you pronounce it?
moto
Did you know?
- Japanese motorcycle enthusiasts often use the term moto-zoku to describe organized biker gangs. The suffix zoku means 'tribe' or 'family', turning a simple vehicle name into a social identity.
- In Japanese, the sound 'moto' can also mean 'origin' or 'source' depending on the kanji used, such as 元 or 本. While 'moto' for a motorcycle is a modern abbreviation, 'moto' as a root is an ancient concept in the language.
- Despite their rebellious image, some former moto-zoku members have transitioned into the legitimate custom bike industry in Japan.
Examples in context
- 私の 元 上司は人事管理者です。My former boss is a human resources manager.
Example conversation
Yota and Himari are talking about their weekend plans.
- 陽葵 Himari今週末は何をするの？Konshuumatsu wa nani o suru no?What are you doing this weekend?
- 陽太 Yotaモトで山に行くつもりだよ。Moto de yama ni iku tsumori da yo.I plan to go to the mountains on my motorcycle.
- 陽葵 Himariいいなあ、気をつけてね。Ii naa, ki o tsukete ne.That sounds nice, be careful.
- 陽太 Yotaありがとう、陽葵。Arigatou, Himari.Thanks, Himari.
