また
また
adverb, conjunction
again, also, or
1.
again
Indicates repetition of an action or occurrence.
2.
also, moreover
Used to add additional information.
3.
or, alternatively
Used to present alternatives.
また is a versatile word functioning as an adverb ('again') and conjunction ('also,' 'or'). It's one of the most common words in everyday Japanese conversation.
MEANINGS:
1. 'again' (repetition): また来てね (come again)
2. 'also/moreover' (addition): また、彼は歌手でもある (also, he is a singer)
3. 'or' (alternatives): 電話またメール (phone or email)
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- またね / また明日: See you later / See you tomorrow (casual farewells)
- また後で: See you later
- また今度: Some other time
- また同じ: the same again
RELATED FORMS:
NOTE: When used at the start of a sentence, また adds information like 'furthermore' or 'in addition.'