他人
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Base noun form. Refers to someone who is not related by blood or close social ties, often used to describe a stranger or outsider.
Theme
In a park, User and their neighbor Mika talk about safety and community interactions.
他人
たにん
unrelated person, stranger
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'tan' person you don't know at all — they're just a stranger. 'Tan-in' sounds like 'tan person' → 他人 (tanin, 'unrelated person, stranger').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『他人』 (tanin, 'unrelated person, stranger') is often contrasted with 『身内』 (miuchi, 'family or close insiders'). This distinction highlights the importance of group identity and social boundaries in relationships.
Forms
Base: 他人Base noun form. Refers to someone who is not related by blood or close social ties, often used to describe a stranger or outsider.