もの

This is the 30th most frequent Japanese word.


もの

The Japanese word "もの" means "thing," "object," or "person" (depending on context).


The word "もの" here refers to a physical object or thing that the speaker values.

これは私が子供のころから大切にしているものです。

This is something I have cherished since I was a child.


The word "もの" in this context signifies a person or individual, referring to anyone making an effort.

努力するものは報われる。

Those who work hard will be rewarded.


Here, "もの" abstracts or metaphorically denotes the state or capacity involved with knowing the truth.

真実を知っているのは彼女だけのものだ。

Only she knows the truth.