話す
はなす
hanasu
verbVocabularyLevel 8 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

話す (はなす (hanasu)) means "to talk". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

to talk

Also : to chat · to tell · to speak · to converse

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 話す (はなす) means 'to speak'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to speak.

Example Sentences

まいにち、話します。

まいにち、はなします。

I like to talk.

私は話します。

わたしははなします。

I can talk.

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