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ya
particle, copula, interjection

English Meaning(s) for や

particle
  1. such things as ...; and ... and (used for non-exhaustive lists related to a specific time and place)
  2. the minute (that) ...; no sooner than ...; as soon as (after the dictionary form of a verb)
copula
  1. be; is
interjection
  1. o; oh (punctuational exclamation in haiku, renga, etc.)
  2. huh; what (interjection expressing surprise)
  3. hi
  4. yes; what?
particle
  1. yes?; no?; is it?; isn't it? (indicates a question)
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Sample Sentences for や

He identifies colors and shapes.
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Distrust of the Social Insurance Agency and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare just keeps getting stronger.
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Everybody fails once or twice.
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I wonder what effect technical advances such as the Internet, mobile phones and digitalization technology have on the people's awareness, actions and interest in politics.
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She can express her feelings when she feels happy or sad.
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