No. 3,679 in Japanese
あちら
"Over there" or "that way" (polite).
In a sentence
あちらに美しい公園があります。
There is a beautiful park over there.
The word 'あちら' is used to describe a location that is farther away from the speaker, often indicating a specific direction or area.
あちら側の意見も尊重しましょう。
Let us respect opinions from that side as well.
Here, 'あちら' is metaphorically used to reference opinions or perspectives distinct from the speaker's own or immediate group.
お客様、あちらでお待ちください。
Guest, please wait over there.
In this sentence, 'あちら' is politely used to instruct the location where someone is expected to be located or directed.
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