僕
bokupronoun★Beginner— I (male speaker)
informal
A first-person pronoun used by males, typically younger or in informal contexts. Less formal than わたし (watashi) and more personal than 俺 (ore).
僕は明日テストがある。
I have a test tomorrow.
僕の夢は医者になることだ。
My dream is to become a doctor.
💡
Often used by boys, young men, or in casual settings. Can sound childish if used by adults in formal contexts.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Gender and Formality
Use 'boku' for male speakers in informal settings. For females or formal contexts, use 'watashi' instead.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Using 'boku' too frequently can sound immature in professional or formal situations.
📖Word Origin
From Middle Japanese ぼく, possibly influenced by Dutch boef (ruffian) or Portuguese bôbo (fool).
📝Usage Notes
Avoid using in formal or professional settings. More common in anime, manga, and casual speech.
Word Breakdown
ぼ
childish or informal prefix
prefixく
suffix indicating familiarity
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