という
also: とゆう
Common wordFreq.FrequencyTop 100
Meanings
1
usually written using kana alone
Used to quote or refer to something by name, or to indicate what someone says. Often follows a noun, phrase, or clause.
This is a flower called 'sakura'.
He says he will come tomorrow.
2
as many as; as much as
usually written using kana alone
Follows a quantity or number to emphasize the amount, often with a sense of surprise or significance.
He donated a huge sum of as much as 100 million yen.
3
all ...; every single ...
usually written using kana alone
Used in the pattern AというA to emphasize that every instance of A is included, without exception.
Every single shop was closed.