No. 1,960 in Japanese
こいつ
"こいつ" means "this guy," "this person," or "this thing" (casual/slang; can be rude depending on context).
In a sentence
こいつはいつも遅刻する。
This guy is always late.
こいつ is used informally to refer to a person in a slightly rude or joking manner.
こいつに話しても無駄だ。
Speaking to this person is pointless.
Here, こいつ is used with a dismissive tone, suggesting the subject is not worth engaging with.
こいつ、面白いやつだな。
This one is a funny person.
こいつ is used casually to refer to someone in a familiar and somewhat affectionate manner.
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