小便
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Base noun form. This is a colloquial term for urine; use with caution as it can be considered vulgar in formal situations. Example: 『小便をする』 (shouben o suru, 'to urinate').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are hiking in the mountains when Ken suddenly feels the need to relieve himself. They discuss finding a spot discreetly.
小便
しょうべん
urine / piss (colloquial)
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
To remember 『小便』 (shouben, 'urine'), think of a 'shower' (sounds like 'shou') in the 'bathroom' (ben) — it's where you go to pee! 'Shower bathroom' → 小便 (shouben, 'urine').
Cultural Note
『小便』 (shouben, 'urine') is a colloquial term; in polite or medical contexts, use 『おしっこ』 (oshikko, 'pee') or 『尿』 (nyou, 'urine'). It's often used informally among friends or in casual settings.
Forms
Base: 小便Base noun form. This is a colloquial term for urine; use with caution as it can be considered vulgar in formal situations. Example: 『小便をする』 (shouben o suru, 'to urinate').