一緒に
issho ni[iɕːo̞ɲ̟i]
The English word "together" can be translated into Japanese as 一緒に (issho ni).
一緒に is the most common and all-encompassing term for "together" in Japanese. It is used to indicate that actions are happening at the same time or in the same place.
Meaning: at the same time, in the same place (adv)
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adverb, 一緒に is typically placed before the verb it modifies.
How do you pronounce it?
issho ni
Did you know?
- The word 緒 in 一緒に originally referred to the cord of a sandal or a binding string, suggesting that people are 'tied' together.
- If you are describing people who are 'together' in a romantic sense, Japanese speakers often use different expressions such as 付き合っている (tsukiatte iru) instead of 一緒に.
- If you want to say 'together' as in 'all together' or 'in total', Japanese uses 合わせて instead of 一緒に.
Examples in context
- 一緒に歌おう。Let's sing together.This sentence shows how to use 一緒に when suggesting a singing activity.Tatoeba #10550166 by small_snow, translation #2953184 by CK
- 一緒に遊ぼう。Let's play together.This sentence demonstrates the use of 一緒に in the context of playing.Tatoeba #10608951 by small_snow, translation #6666990 by CK
- 一緒にやろうよ。Let's do that together.This sentence illustrates how to use 一緒に to suggest doing an action together.Tatoeba #10175974 by small_snow, translation #3819493 by CK
- 一緒に食事しましょう。Let's have a meal together.
- 企画を共に進めましょう。Let's proceed with the project together.
- 映画を一緒に見に行こう！Let's go watch a movie together!
- 178 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Yui and Yota are planning their lunch break at the office.
- 結衣 Yui今日、一緒にランチに行かない？Kyō, issho ni ranchi ni ikanai?Would you like to go to lunch together today?
- 陽太 Yotaいいよ、一緒に行こう。Ii yo, issho ni ikō.Sure, let's go together.
- 結衣 Yui近くに新しいカフェがあるんだ。Chikaku ni atarashii kafe ga arunda.There is a new cafe nearby.
- 陽太 Yota楽しみだね。Tanoshimi dane.I'm looking forward to it.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “together” translations and entries 一緒に, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
