ね
also: ねー · ねえ · ねぇ
Meanings
right?; isn't it?; don't you think?
Sentence-final particle seeking confirmation or agreement, similar to English tag questions. Very common in everyday conversation.
It's hot today, isn't it?
That movie was interesting, wasn't it?
Interjection used to get someone's attention, often at the beginning of an utterance. Casual and friendly.
Hey, listen to this.
Say, why don't we go together?
Sentence-final particle used to softly express one's thoughts or feelings, often with a nuance of shared understanding or mild emphasis.
That's a bit difficult, you know.
What a beautiful view, I must say.
will you?; please
Sentence-final particle used to soften a request or suggestion, making it sound more informal and friendly.
You'll help me a bit, won't you?
Come visit again, okay?
so, ...; well, ...; you see, ...
Used at the end of a non-final clause to draw the listener's attention and create a pause, often while the speaker gathers their thoughts.
Yesterday, you see, at the station, well, I ran into a friend.
So, well, in the end I didn't go.
I'm not sure if ...; I have my doubts about whether ...
Sentence-final particle following the question marker か, expressing uncertainty or doubt about the preceding statement. Often used in self-directed or rhetorical questions.
I'm not sure if it's really okay.
I wonder if he'll come.