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VocabJLPT N5

counter for people (formal)

CounterNounPrefixSuffix

Definitions

1. counter for people (usu. seating, reservations and such)
2. first name
3. famous

This counter suffix is used for counting people, especially in formal or official contexts such as reservations, announcements, or documents. It is the more formal equivalent of the common counter for people used in everyday speech. For example, you might see it used when a restaurant asks for the number of guests in your party.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Yes, three of us, including the children.

Sentence 2

Go on in with two people first and wait.

Sentence 3

"I'm going alone," he said and walked out.

Sentence 4

"How many people in your party?" they asked.

Sentence 5

Five people are coming today.