〜という名詞

Meaning

The pattern 〜という名詞 is used to specify or identify a person, thing, or concept by providing its name or a descriptive label. It connects a noun phrase or clause with という followed by another noun to clarify what something is called or what it refers to. This pattern is commonly used when introducing something for the first time or when providing additional identification.

Formation

Examples

1. わたしは『老人と海』という小説がとても気に入っています。
   I really like a novel called 'The Old Man and the Sea.'

2. 山田さんが卒業後アメリカへ行くという話を聞きました。
   I heard the story that Yamada is going to America after graduation.

3. スミスさんは初めてすきやきという日本料理を食べた。
   Smith ate a Japanese dish called sukiyaki for the first time.

Summary

• Used to identify or name something: noun + という + noun
• Can specify a person's name, a thing's name, or a descriptive label
• Common in introductions or when clarifying what something is called