あなた

Common word

  1. pronoun

    you
    trad. polite in ref. to someone of equal or lower status, now oft. regarded as rude or distant
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 毎晩十分な睡眠をとれば、あなたはずっと気分がよくなるだろう。
      If you get enough rest every night, you'll feel much better.
  2. pronoun

    dear, honey
    used by wives addressing their husbands
    familiar language
    word usually written using kana alone

    • ねえあなたたち行かないで。
      Don't go, dears.