あの
あの
JLPT N5 · vocab_demonstrative
Meaning
That (over there)...
Examples

あの人は誰ですか。

Who is that person?

📖 How to Use

「あの」means "That (over there)...." Seeing it in full sentences helps you remember both meaning and grammar patterns.

⚠️ Teacher's Note — Common Mistakes

When you see 「あの」in a sentence, pay attention to the particle that follows — it changes how the word functions.

🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested

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「あの」appears in vocabulary questions (choose the correct meaning) and context questions (choose the best word).

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 「あの」mean in Japanese?+
「あの」means "That (over there)...". It is a JLPT N5 vocabulary word in the "vocab_demonstrative" category.
How do you read 「あの」?+
「あの」is read as「あの」.
Is 「あの」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「あの」is an official JLPT N5 word. Mastering all N5 vocabulary (~800 words) is essential for passing.
Can you give an example sentence using 「あの」?+
あの人は誰ですか。 — Who is that person?

Practice 「あの」 with spaced repetition