フー

This is the 6827th most frequent Japanese word.


フー

"フー" (fū) is an exclamation expressing relief or exhaustion, like "phew" in English.


In this sentence, 'フー' is used as a placeholder name, akin to 'Foo' in English, often employed in examples or hypothetical cases.

そのパーティーにはフーが来たの?

Did Foo come to the party?


Here, 'フー' serves as a proper name given to a pet, illustrating its usage as a fictive or arbitrary designation.

彼はフーという名前の犬を飼っている。

He owns a dog named Foo.


In this usage, 'フー' mimics the sound of exhalation, representing relief or a mood-related onomatopoeia, showcasing versatility of the word in conveying emotions or states.

その音楽が聞こえると、まるでフーッと幸せな気分になる。

When I hear that music, I feel as happy as exhaling 'Foo.'