kimi
/ˈkimi/
JA
A Japanese second-person singular pronoun meaning 'you', used in casual or familiar contexts
Kimi wa nanji desu ka? is a casual Japanese way to ask 'Who are you?'
Etymology
This word derives from the Old Japanese term *kimi*, originally referring to a lord, noble, or ruler, before shifting to its modern meaning as a casual 'you' address.
Related Words
omaeanatakisama