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Particles are the parts of Japanese grammar which are essential in stringing a coherent sentence together.
In Japanese, these particles are called joshi (助詞 / じょし). They help to clarify vital information such as who is doing what, how it’s done, where it took place and more!
Most particles in Japanese have a variety of uses. In this guide we will just be covering the most common, beginner-level ones.