No. 12 in Japanese
さ
The Japanese word "さ" is a sentence-ending particle used to express assertion, familiarity, or emphasis.
In a sentence
すごいのさ。
It's amazing.
The particle "さ" is used here as an emphatic or casual speech-ending particle, emphasizing the speaker’s mood.
さあ、行こう！
Well, let's go!
The word "さ" acts as an interjection to express readiness or to draw attention before an action.
彼女がどこに行ったか、知らないさ。
I don't know where she went.
The particle "さ" adds a sense of casualness or resignation to the statement, showing the speaker’s tone.
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