小声
Grammar & Usage
Noun
Neutral/Standard
How it works
A noun that functions as an adverbial phrase when followed by the particle 'de' (小声で), indicating the manner in which an action (usually speaking) is performed.
Sample sentences
図書館の中では小声で話してください。
Please speak in a low voice while inside the library.
彼女は小声で何かを呟いた。
She muttered something in a whisper.
Quick facts
jlptLevel:N3
pitchAccent:Atamadaka (1) [こごえ]
kanjiReadings:Kun-yomi (ko-goe)
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Example
図書館の中では小声で話してください。
Please speak in a low voice while inside the library.
彼女は小声で何かを呟いた。
She muttered something in a whisper.
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