じゃね

ja ne
phraseIntermediate
informal

A casual way of saying 'isn't it?' or 'right?' in Japanese, often used at the end of sentences to seek agreement or confirmation.

今日、天気がいいじゃね?

The weather is nice today, isn't it?

この映画、面白いじゃね?

This movie is interesting, right?

💡

This phrase is very informal and commonly used in casual conversations among friends or peers. It is not appropriate for formal or professional settings.

Collocations

じゃねisn't it?

Synonyms

Related Phrases

じゃんphrase
A similar casual phrase meaning 'isn't it?' or 'right?'
よねphrase
A slightly more polite way of saying 'isn't it?' or 'right?'

💡Pro Tip

Casual Usage

Use 'じゃね' only with friends or in very informal settings. It is not suitable for formal or professional communication.

Gold Rule

Avoid in Formal Contexts

Never use 'じゃね' in formal writing, business emails, or professional conversations. Opt for more polite alternatives like 'ですね' (desu ne).

📖Word Origin

Derived from the contraction of 'じゃない' (ja nai, meaning 'isn't it') with the casual particle 'ね' (ne, used to seek agreement).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is exclusively used in informal contexts and is a hallmark of casual Japanese speech. It is often used to soften statements or to invite the listener to agree with the speaker.

Word Breakdown

じゃ
isn't it?
contraction
+
particle used to seek agreement
particle
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