～者
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Suffix attached to nouns to indicate a person associated with that role or activity. For example, 『医者』 (isha, 'doctor') means 'medical person'. It is written in kanji and read as 『しゃ』 (sha) in hiragana when used as a suffix.
Theme
At a community center, User and Aiko, a volunteer, talk about people involved in local activities.
～者
～しゃ
person (suffix)
People & IdentityOccupations & Roles
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'person' wearing a badge that says 『者』 (sha, 'person'). It sounds like 'sha' in 'sharpen' — a person sharpens their skills!
Cultural Note
『～者』 (sha) is a suffix used in formal or occupational titles, such as 『医者』 (isha, 'doctor') or 『学者』 (gakusha, 'scholar'). It adds a sense of professionalism or role.
Forms
Base: ～者Suffix attached to nouns to indicate a person associated with that role or activity. For example, 『医者』 (isha, 'doctor') means 'medical person'. It is written in kanji and read as 『しゃ』 (sha) in hiragana when used as a suffix.