This is the 9915th most frequent Japanese word.


"謂" means "to say," "to mean," or "to refer to."


In this sentence, "謂" is used to inquire about the meaning or significance of a word.

この言葉の謂は何ですか?

What is the meaning of this word?


Here, "謂" refers to the deeper significance or intent behind someone's words.

彼がそう言ったことが謂のあることだった。

What he said had a significant meaning.


In this example, "謂" relates to the importance of clarifying meaning or intent behind something.

その謂を明確にする必要があります。

It is necessary to clarify that meaning.