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koso
particle

English Meaning(s) for こそ

particle
  1. it is ... that ...; precisely; in particular; definitely; for sure; only (when, after, because, etc.) (emphasizes preceding word or phrase)
  2. although; while; it is the case that ... but (as こそあれ, こそすれ, こそするが, etc.)
  3. it is precisely because ... that ...; only because ... (after conditional -ba form of verb)
  4. not at all; not in the slightest; absolutely not; never (after -nai stem of verb + ば)

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Sample Sentences for こそ

A painter only becomes a true painter by practicing his craft.
You yourselves can testify to what I said.
He is the very best baseball player in our school.
"How do you do, James?" "Fine, thanks for asking. Nice to meet you."
This is what I want.

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