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5 Japanese Useful Words from ONE PIECE Manga Muir, Nareteru, Nakama, Iiyatsu, Atarimae Book1.2

This article will introduce the words that Japanese people frequently use.

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ONE PIECE, Digital colored comics, Japanese, ROMANCE DOWN, 1

One Piece, Vol. 1: Romance Dawn (One Piece Graphic Novel)English

Can you say... in Japanese

Question

  • impossible
  • be used to
  • good person/guy

Point

1.無理 (むり) - mu ri

ひらがなhi ra ga naむり
カタカナka ta ka naムリ
漢字ka n ji無理
pronunciationmu ri
meaningimpossible, no
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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)

In this scene, Luffy says, ”I want to become the Pirate King," and Coby replies, "It's impossible." in four different ways.

1.ムリむりです
 =This is a polite way of saying.
Coby uses Keigo towards Luffy because Luffy is older than Coby.

What is Keigo?

Keigo is a form of polite or honorific language in Japanese. It’s used to show respect, humility, or politeness when speaking to others, particularly those of higher social status, such as superiors, customers, or elders.

2. 絶対 (ぜったい) 無理 (むり) 絶対無理
 =absolutely impossible

3.ムリムリムリむりむりむり
=This also means "it’s impossible." but it has a similar meaning to " No No No".

4.無理 (むり) () まってます
 =It's impossible, of course. or It's absolutely impossible.
This is a polite way of saying.(=Keigo)

*決まってます= of course / It's so obvious

5.ムリムリむりむり
 =This also means "it’s impossible." but it has a similar meaning to " No No".

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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)

2. () れてる- na re te ru

ひらがなhi ra ga naなれてる
カタカナka ta ka naナレテル
漢字ka n ji慣れてる
pronunciationna re te ru
meaningbe used to, be accustomed to
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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)

In this scene, Coby tells Luffy that it's impossible for him to become Pirate King, and Luffy somehow hit Coby.
And then Coby says to Luffy, "Why did you hit me!! but I'm used to(= () れている) being hit. so It's ok..."

However, the correct way to say it is "れてる"(add "い”)

3.仲間 (なかま) - na ka ma

ひらがなhi ra ga naなかま
カタカナka ta ka naナカマ
漢字ka n ji仲間
pronunciationna ka ma
meaningfriend, companion, brother
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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)

The word ”仲間 (なかま) ” is frequently used in the ONE PIECE manga.

The Japanese word "nakama" typically refers to a companion, comrade, or member of a group. It conveys a sense of belonging, shared goals, or friendship, often with a feeling of unity or camaraderie.
It can be used to describe colleagues , friends, teammates, or people who are part of the same community or group, working or striving together toward something.
In some contexts, it might be translated as “ally” or “peer.” The term carries a deep sense of connection and trust, often beyond just casual acquaintance.

This panel contains the word "mu ri" that I introduced earlier, so take a look.

4.いい (やつ) / (わる) (やつ) - i i ya tsu / wa ru i ya tsu

ひらがなhi ra ga naいいやつ / わるいやつ
カタカナka ta ka naイイヤツ / ワルイヤツ
漢字ka n jiいい (やつ) / (わる) (やつ)
pronunciationi i ya tsu / wa ru i ya tsu
meaninggood person, guy / bad person, guy
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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)
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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)

The term 奴 (やつ, yatsu) in Japanese can have several meanings depending on the context. It generally refers to a person or thing and can be translated as "guy," "fellow," or "person."
However, it can also carry a somewhat derogatory or informal tone, implying disdain or a lack of respect. For example, one might use it to refer to someone they consider bothersome or inferior.
In casual conversation among friends, it can be used more playfully, but it’s important to be mindful of the context and the relationship with the person being referred to, as it can come off as rude if used inappropriately.

5.当たり前 (あ まえ) - a ta ri ma e

ひらがなhi ra ga naあたりまえ
カタカナka ta ka naアタリマエ
漢字ka n ji当たり前 (あ   まえ)
pronunciationa ta ri ma e
meaningnatural, ordinary, usual, common, obvious, of corse
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尾田栄一郎(著) 集英社(出)

Example

Luffy
Luffy

日本にほんのご (はん) 美味 (おい) しい!
Japanese food is delicious!

当たり前 (あた   まえ) ですよ!
Of corse!

Brook
Brook

Different ways to say this phrase are presented in this article.

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