Japonais

Japonais (French)

Japonais is a French word with several related meanings. It can function as an adjective, a noun, or a demonym, and refers to concepts, people, and things related to Japan.

As an Adjective: Japonais means "Japanese." It describes something that originates from, is characteristic of, or pertains to Japan, its people, language, or culture. For example, "l'art japonais" means "Japanese art."

As a Noun: Japonais can refer to the Japanese language. For example, "apprendre le japonais" means "to learn Japanese." It can also refer, less commonly, to a Japanese person, although this usage is more often reserved for situations requiring a more succinct label.

As a Demonym: Japonais (masculine singular) refers to a male Japanese person. The feminine singular form is Japonaise, and the plural forms are Japonais (masculine/mixed) and Japonaises (feminine). The word serves as the equivalent of the English word "Japanese" when referring to a person.

Related Terms:

• Japonaise (feminine singular): A female Japanese person or, depending on context, something feminine related to Japan.
• Japonaises (feminine plural): Japanese women or things feminine related to Japan.
• Japonais (masculine plural or mixed plural): Japanese men or a group of Japanese people of mixed or unspecified gender.
• Le Japon (masculine singular): Japan.