This word adds a soft but firm feeling to what you say. It's like saying 'you see' or 'it's that...' in English. Women often use it.
Clause + のよPrimary
This word adds a soft but firm feeling to what you say. It's like saying 'you see' or 'it's that...' in English. Women often use it.
明日は早く起きなきゃいけないのよ。
I have to get up early tomorrow, you see.
ごめんね、昨日電話に出られなくて。わざとじゃなかったのよ。
Sorry I couldn't answer your call yesterday. It wasn't on purpose, you know.
このケーキ、すごく美味しいのよ。一口食べてみて！
This cake is incredibly delicious, you know! Have a bite!
彼女の決断は、彼にとって非常に重要だったのよ。
Her decision was extremely important for him, you see.
「行きたくない」じゃなくて、「今は都合が悪いのよ」と説明するべきだったわ。
Instead of just saying 'I don't want to go,' you should have explained, 'It's not a good time for me right now, you see.'
This is like saying, 'Let me tell you why.' It explains something. But be careful. It can sometimes sound like you are making an excuse. Or like you are talking down to someone.
This is different from just "~no." That is softer. It can also ask gentle questions. This is also different from "~wa yo." That is for stronger warnings. "~no yo" is for giving a reason. It explains the background.
Watch out: This word sounds very feminine. Men should not use it. If a man uses it, it sounds strange. Men can use "~んだよ" instead. It has a similar meaning.
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