How to Say ‘That (topic) / as for that’ in Japanese
それは
sore wa
[soh-reh wah]
💬 Usage Tip: [それは] means "as for that..." It reacts to what the other person said and sets up your comment.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Japanese conversation often uses topic-setting phrases like [それは] to sound smooth and considerate, rather than jumping in bluntly.
Phrase Breakdown
それ
sore
[soh-reh]
that; it
Refers to something the other person said. In interviews, interviewers use it to react to your answer.
それは良い経験ですね。
That’s a good experience.
は
wa
[wah]
(topic marker)
Marks the topic. 「それは〜」 = "As for that / That is..." Often used to comment on what was just mentioned.
それはいいですね。
That’s good.
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