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VocabJLPT N1

Pronoun

Definitions

1. I
2. me

This is a humble first-person pronoun meaning "I" or "myself," used exclusively by men in formal or old-fashioned written communication such as letters. It conveys modesty and is rarely used in modern spoken Japanese, but you may encounter it in formal correspondence or historical texts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Does my understanding of the client's request match yours?

Sentence 2

Regarding the quality standards, I believe additional verification is necessary.

Sentence 3

I let them know that "I'll handle it."

Sentence 4

I will be the one sharing today's meeting minutes.

Sentence 5

I beg your pardon, but would it be all right to submit the application under my name?