particle

  1. indicates the subject of a sentence.
  2. indicates possession. Literary in modern Japanese; usu. written as ヶ in place names.

conjunction, particle

  1. but, however, (and) yet, though, although, while.

particle

  1. and.
  2. used after an introductory remark or explanation.
  3. regardless of ..., whether ... (or not), no matter .... After the volitional or -まい form of a verb.
  4. indicates a desire or hope.
  5. softens a statement. At sentence end.
  6. indicates doubt. At sentence end.
  7. indicates scorn. After a noun at the end of an interjection.

Variations

Pronunciation Kanji Kana Is Common