指示副詞 (しじふくし) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
demonstrative adverb
grammar
A grammatical term for adverbs that indicate manner or degree in relation to the speaker, such as こう, そう, ああ, どう.
part of speech, words, poetry
Similar words
- 指示形容詞
指示形容詞 are demonstrative adjectives (e.g., こんな, そんな) that modify nouns, while 指示副詞 are demonstrative adverbs that modify verbs or adjectives.
- 指示代名詞
指示代名詞 are demonstrative pronouns (e.g., これ, それ) that stand in for nouns, whereas 指示副詞 function adverbially.
Etymology
Compound of 指示 (demonstrative) and 副詞 (adverb). A modern linguistic term.