Japanese DictionaryDefinition of 物言
- (n) thing; object
遠まわしに物を言うな。
Don't beat around the bush. - natural thing; frequently done thing
ロバートは週末は店でよく父を手伝ったものだった。
Robert used to help his father in the store on weekends. - used to express emotional involvement
あなたの妹さんに会いたいものです。
I'd like to see your sister. - used in giving a reason
- (pref) somehow; somewhat; for some reason
- really; truly
- (n) word; remark; statement
彼の言に従って行動するのはりこうではない。
It is not wise to go by his word.
