よ
Emphasis / Assertion
yo
TypeFinal
JLPT Leveln5
Summary
Adds emphasis or assertiveness to a statement. Presents new information or corrects the listener.
Usage Rules
- •Adds emphasis to a statement
- •Presents new information the listener doesn't know
- •Makes commands sound stronger
- •Softer than a direct command but still assertive
- •Combines with ね → よね (seeking confirmation with emphasis)
- •Warnings: 危ないよ！ = Watch out!
Example Sentences
わすれものですよ。
You forgot something!
これはべんりですよ。
This is really convenient, you know.
できるよ！
You can do it!
まにあいますよ。
We'll make it in time.
しってるよね？
You know that, right?
Common Mistake
Using よ in formal writing or with superiors — can sound too assertive or presumptuous.