Japanese Word · Intermediate
当たり前
usual, common
Pronunciation: [a̠ta̠ɾʲima̠e̞]
Meaning
usual, common
Example
2011, July 5, "安住氏 菅首相の姿勢公然批判", NHK News 松本大臣が辞めるのは当たり前の話だ。 Matsumoto-daijin ga yameru no wa atarimae no hanashi da. Saying that Minister Matsumoto will quit is obvious.
I use the word "当たり前".
Practice tips
- Practice 当たり前 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.