(きみ)

きみ
pronoun
you (informal)
1. you (informal)
An informal second-person pronoun, typically used by men when addressing someone of equal or lower status.
(きみ)()る?
Are you coming too?
(きみ)(なに)()き?
What do you like?
(きみ)意見(いけん)()かせてほしい。
I want to hear your opinion.
(きみ)がそう()うなら、(わたし)一緒(いっしょ)()くよ。
If you say so, I'll go with you.
(きみ)がいないとみんな(さび)しいから、また時間(じかん)がある(とき)(あそ)びに()てね。
We all miss you when you're not around, so come visit again when you have time.

Usage considerations:

  • Primarily used by male speakers
  • Used toward peers, subordinates, or close friends
  • Can sound condescending if used toward someone of higher status
  • In romantic contexts, can be affectionate
  • Different from {あなた} which is more formal/neutral