を
Object Marker
o
TypeCase
JLPT Leveln5
Summary
Marks the direct object of a transitive verb. Also used with certain movement verbs along a path.
Usage Rules
- •Marks the direct object receiving the action
- •Pronounced 'o' despite being written を
- •Used with transitive verbs: 食べる, 読む, 書く, 見る
- •Used with movement verbs along a path: 道を歩く
- •Can be omitted in casual speech
- •Never used with intransitive verbs
Example Sentences
ごはんを食べます。
I eat rice.
本を読んでいる。
I'm reading a book.
日本語をべんきょうしています。
I'm studying Japanese.
みちをあるいてください。
Please walk along the path.
まどをあけてもいいですか？
May I open the window?
Common Mistake
Using を with intransitive verbs like いる, ある, 行く (use に or が instead).