When used inside vocabulary, 『と』 is read as 『と』 (to). It is also used as a grammatical particle to mark a direct object or companion, often translated as 'with' or 'and'. Additionally, it can function as a quotation particle to indicate direct speech or thought. For example: 『ともだちと えいがを みる』 (tomodachi to eiga o miru, 'Watch a movie with a friend').