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How to Say ‘My hand’ in Japanese

僕の手を

ぼくのてを

💬 Usage Tip: [僕の手] (boku no te) means 'my hand'. [僕] (boku) is typically used by males to refer to 'I' or 'me'.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Offering a hand symbolizes support and connection in Japan, depicting the value of relationships.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

ぼく

[boku]

I

Used by males to refer to oneself.

Example

僕は学生です。

I am a student.

[no]

of

Indicating possession.

Example

僕の本です。

It's my book.

[te]

hand

Part of the human body at the end of the arm.

Example

手を洗う。

Wash your hands.

[o]

object marking particle

Indicates the direct object of an action.

Example

本を読む。

Read a book.

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