少年
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Base noun form. Refers to young boys or juveniles, typically in a general or collective sense. Used without a counter when referring to the concept, but can pair with counters like 『人』 (nin, 'people') for specific counts, e.g., 『少年が三人います』 (shounen ga san nin imasu, 'There are three boys.').
Theme
At a community center, User chats with Yamada-sensei, a retired teacher, about local youth activities and volunteer opportunities.
少年
しょうねん
boys / juveniles
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'sho' (少年 shounen sounds like 'show') where boys perform on stage — it's a show for boys! 'Show' → 少年 (shounen, 'boys / Juveniles').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『少年』 (shounen, 'boys / Juveniles') is often used in media like manga and anime, such as in the genre 'shounen manga' aimed at young male audiences, featuring adventure and action themes.
Forms
Base: 少年Base noun form. Refers to young boys or juveniles, typically in a general or collective sense. Used without a counter when referring to the concept, but can pair with counters like 『人』 (nin, 'people') for specific counts, e.g., 『少年が三人います』 (shounen ga san nin imasu, 'There are three boys.').