This is the 2302nd most frequent Japanese word.
the
Japanese does not have a direct equivalent to the English word "the," as articles like "the" and "a" do not exist in Japanese grammar.
The word 'the' here translates to 'その', indicating that a specific book is being referred to.
その本は面白いです。
The book is interesting.
'The' translates to 'あの', pointing to a specific movie that is likely known to both the speaker and listener.
あの映画が見たいです。
I want to see the movie.
'The' in English can relate to 'この' in Japanese, specifying a particular dog near the speaker.