～個
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Counter suffix for small, discrete objects like fruits, cups, or boxes. Attaches to numbers to indicate quantity, e.g., 『一個』 (ikko, 'one item').
Theme
At a convenience store, User and their coworker Mika are buying snacks for the office, discussing how many items to get.
～個
～こ
counter for small items
Numbers & CountingGeneral (～つ)
Memory Hook
Think of 'ko' (個) as a counter for small 'ko' (sounds like 'core') items like apples or cups. Imagine counting small 'cores' of fruit — one 'ko', two 'ko'.
Cultural Note
『個』 (ko) is widely used in daily life for counting small, discrete items such as fruits, eggs, or bento boxes. In supermarkets, you might see signs like 『りんご 3個』 (ringo san-ko, 'three apples'), making it essential for shopping and cooking in Japan.
Forms
Base: ～個Counter suffix for small, discrete objects like fruits, cups, or boxes. Attaches to numbers to indicate quantity, e.g., 『一個』 (ikko, 'one item').