Kanji 達 accomplished, reach, arrive Related words ら is a plural suffix mainly used with pronouns (彼ら ) or in formal/written contexts, while 達 (たち ) is more general and used broadly with nouns and pronouns.
ども is a plural suffix that often carries a humble (私ども ) or derogatory (野郎ども ) nuance, whereas 達 (たち ) is neutral and doesn't imply humility or contempt.
たち is the standard, neutral suffix for pluralizing people (子供たち ), while ズ is a playful, English-influenced slang suffix usable even for objects.
たち is the neutral, everyday plural suffix for people, while 共 (ども ) carries humble or derogatory nuance depending on context.
Word family· 25 friend; companion
achievement; attainment; realization
official notice; notification
reach; arrive at; attain
healthy; in good health; robust · skilled; proficient; adept · master; expert
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good handwriting; skillful penmanship; beautiful handwriting · fluent writing; vigorous penmanship; swift, skillful hand
official notice; directive from above · Edo-period official proclamation
true friend; close friend
kings; children of nobles; young nobleman
women; womenfolk
the nobility; lords and ladies · visitors; guests
reach; get to
expert; master; skilled person
farsightedness; insight; foresight
farsightedness; insight
friend (polite) · child (one does not know); another child; other children
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Written forms 達たち Usage 9%
Kanji form; usually written in kana.
たち Usage 91%
Kana spelling is the most common and recommended form for this suffix.
タチ Usage <1%
Etymology Originally a honorific suffix that evolved into a plural marker. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it is now a standard grammatical element.
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