おとこ

otokonoko
Common N5 noun

Translations

1. boy
2. male child

Notes

The term '男の子' is commonly used to refer to young male children, typically under the age of 12. It is a neutral term and can be used in both casual and formal contexts.

Examples

あのおとこはサッカーが上手です。

Ano otokonoko wa sakkaa ga jouzu desu.

That boy is good at soccer.

おとこたちは公園で遊んでいます。

Otokonokotachi wa kouen de asondeimasu.

The boys are playing in the park.

彼はとても元気なおとこです。

Kare wa totemo genki na otokonoko desu.

He is a very energetic boy.