VocabJLPT N5
counter for small objects
CounterNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. counter for (small) things or pieces
  2. 2. counter for military units
  3. 3. (an) individual
A counter used for small, compact, or round objects such as apples, erasers, or candies. It is one of the most commonly used counters in everyday Japanese shopping and counting situations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I think there are ten in total.

Sentence 2

I said "I bought three."

Sentence 3

I answered "Just one is fine."

Sentence 4

She said "I bought four."

Sentence 5

I asked "How many are there?"