How to Say ‘What (object marker included)’ in Japanese
何を
nani o
[nah-nee oh]
💬 Usage Tip: [何] + object marker [を]. Used before verbs: [何を学びたいですか] (“What do you want to learn?”).
🇯🇵 In Japan: Interviewers often ask open questions like this to see how clearly you can explain your goals and priorities.
Phrase Breakdown
何
nani
[nah-nee]
what
Question word meaning “what.” Often used in interview questions to ask specifics (e.g., goals, skills).
仕事で何を大切にしていますか。
What do you value at work?
を
o
[oh]
(object marker)
Particle marking the direct object of a verb. In 何を〜, it shows “what” is the object.
面接で何をアピールしますか。
What will you highlight in the interview?
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