八
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Base number form. Used for counting, dates, and in compound words. Requires a counter for specific objects (e.g., 『八人』 hachinin for eight people).
Theme
At a local izakaya, User and their friend Miyuki are ordering drinks and snacks, discussing how many items to get for their group.
八
はち
eight
Numbers & CountingNumbers (1–兆)
Memory Hook
Imagine an 'eight' (8) shaped like a snowman. In Japanese, 『八』 (hachi, 'eight') sounds like 'hatchi' — think of a snowman wearing a hat!
Cultural Note
The number eight is considered lucky in Japanese culture because it symbolizes prosperity and growth, as the shape expands outward. It's often used in business and celebrations.
Forms
Base: 八Base number form. Used for counting, dates, and in compound words. Requires a counter for specific objects (e.g., 『八人』 hachinin for eight people).