How to use 知人 (ちじん)

Meaning of 知人

The Japanese verb "知人" (ちじん, chijin) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:

  1. acquaintance: A person one knows slightly, but who is not a close friend.
    • Example: 彼は私の知人ですが、親しい友人ではありません。
    • Translation: He is an acquaintance of mine, but not a close friend.

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Dialogue

(イズミ)分かった
(Izumi) Understood.

👉👉記憶を戻す方法を 私の知人に聞いてみよう
I'll ask one of my acquaintances about a way to restore your memory.