多
JLPT N4
Many, much
Readings
On’yomi: タ (ta)
Kun’yomi: おお(い) (oo(i))
• おお.い (ooi) – many, much
Structure
Composition:
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Detailed Explanation
Vocabulary
多い
おおい
many
多分
たぶん
probably
多数
たすう
majority
多様
たよう
variety
多忙
たぼう
busy
Example Sentences
人が多いです。
ひと が おおい です。
There are many people.
多分行きます。
たぶん いきます。
I will probably go.
Cultural Note
🌸 In Japan, the concept of “多” (abundance) is often viewed positively but moderately — balance is valued.
For example:
• 多くの人 (おおく の ひと) – many people — often used respectfully, like “many thanks” (多くの感謝).
• However, too much (過多) can imply imbalance, which is discouraged in Japanese culture.
• The idea of “just enough” (ちょうどいい) — not too much, not too little — reflects Japan’s sense of harmony (wa).
So, while 多 suggests richness or variety, it’s always ideally balanced by mindfulness. 🍵
For example:
• 多くの人 (おおく の ひと) – many people — often used respectfully, like “many thanks” (多くの感謝).
• However, too much (過多) can imply imbalance, which is discouraged in Japanese culture.
• The idea of “just enough” (ちょうどいい) — not too much, not too little — reflects Japan’s sense of harmony (wa).
So, while 多 suggests richness or variety, it’s always ideally balanced by mindfulness. 🍵