Lyrics & Translation
Learning Japanese through “AlwayS” by NiziU offers a chance to explore beautiful, emotionally rich vocabulary related to memories, feelings, and relationships. The song’s poetic lyrics and clear vocal delivery make it an excellent tool for language learners to connect with the heart of Japanese expression. What makes “AlwayS” special is its journey from a gentle ballad to an epic anthem, mirroring the emotional arc of overcoming sadness with the support of loved ones.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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추억 /t͡ɕu͈ʌk/ B1 |
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세어보다 /sɛːo̞bota/ B2 |
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그리운 /kɯɾiun/ B1 |
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멀리 /mɯɾi/ A2 |
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걸까 /kʌl.k͈a/ B2 |
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외로워지는 /wɯːroːwo̞d͡ʑi.neun/ B2 |
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보물 /bo̞mul/ B1 |
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구원 /ku̐ːwʌn/ B2 |
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기적 /kit͡ɕʌk/ B2 |
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생명 /sʌŋ.mjʌŋ/ B2 |
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무지개 /mu̞.t͡ɕi.ɡɛ/ B1 |
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다리 /ta.ɾi/ A2 |
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꿇었어 /kuːlt͡sɔ/ B2 |
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말하다 /malha.da/ A2 |
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전부 /t͡ɕʌn.bu/ A2 |
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슬픔 /sɯl.pɯm/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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꼭 당신이 있어
➔ Using the emphasis particle '꼭' + subject + '이/가' to highlight certainty or importance
➔ '꼭' indicates emphasis or certainty, often meaning 'definitely' or 'certainly', highlighting that something exists firmly
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무지개 다리 도중에서 무릎도 꿇었어
➔ Using '도중에' to indicate 'in the middle of' or 'during' an action or place
➔ '도중에' means 'in the middle of' or 'during' an activity or event, marking a point within an ongoing process
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감개도 모순도
➔ Using noun phrases combined with '도' to mean 'both' or 'neither', expressing two complementary ideas
➔ '도' attached to nouns means 'also' or 'even', used here to link nouns with the nuance of 'either' or 'neither'
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반드시 맑게 개일 거야
➔ Using '반드시' (must, surely) + future tense structure with '거야' to express certainty about a future event
➔ '반드시' means 'certainly' or 'surely', indicating strong certainty about a future event, which is expressed with '거야' (will)
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이것 봐
➔ Using '봐' as a colloquial imperative form of '보다' (to see), meaning 'look' or 'see'
➔ '봐' is the informal imperative form of '보다' which means 'to see', used to invite someone to look or pay attention
Album: AWAKE
Same Singer

LOVE LINE (운명선)
NiziU(니쥬)

YOAKE
NiziU

AlwayS
NiziU

RISE UP
NiziU

SWEET NONFICTION
NiziU

COCONUT
NiziU

Paradise
NiziU

Blue Moon
NiziU

CLAP CLAP
NiziU

ASOBO
NiziU

Need U
NiziU

Chopstick
NiziU

Poppin’ Shakin’
NiziU

Take a picture
NiziU

Step and a step
NiziU

Make you happy
NiziU
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