No. 2,874 in Japanese
っけ
"っけ" is a colloquial particle used to express uncertainty or to recall something, often seeking confirmation.
In a sentence
あの映画、面白かったっけ。
That movie, was it interesting?
Here, 'っけ' is used to express uncertainty or a question about past information, as in recollecting something.
宿題やるって、言ってたっけ。
You said you would do the homework, right?
Here, 'っけ' is utilized to reconfirm or clarify something previously said or assumed.
今日は土曜日だっけ。
Today is Saturday, right?
In this case, 'っけ' serves as a check of memory or understanding about the current situation.
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