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JLPT N5 です and basic sentences

X is Y (polite copula)

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Attach desu to a noun or adjective to make a polite statement, like the English verb to be. It does not change for person or number. The basic sentence shape is [topic] wa [noun] desu.

Examples

  • です

    Watashi wa gakusei desu.

    I am a student.

  • です

    Kore wa hon desu.

    This is a book.

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