そうか
sōka
Casual
Common
N5
expression
Translations
1.
I see
2.
Is that so?
Notes
This expression is often used in casual conversation to acknowledge understanding or realization. It is informal and typically used among friends or in relaxed settings.
Examples
そうか、わかった。
Sōka, wakatta.
I see, I understand.
そうか、それは大変だね。
Sōka, sore wa taihen da ne.
I see, that's tough.
そうか、じゃあ次はどうする？
Sōka, jā tsugi wa dō suru?
I see, so what do we do next?