こいつ

Alternative writings: 此奴, こやつ
Frequency:
1

A colloquial pronoun for a person (this guy/this fellow), often used with familiarity or contempt.

PronounDerogatoryFamiliar LanguageUsually Kana

Examples

こいつ、また遅刻してきたよ。

This guy is late again.

あのこいつ、何を考えているんだ?

What is that guy thinking?

此奴は手ごわい相手だ。

This fellow is a tough opponent.

こやつめ、またやりやがったな。

That rascal did it again.

2

An informal way to refer to a thing or object (this one/this thing).

PronounFamiliar LanguageUsually Kana

Examples

この箱、こいつ重いから気をつけて。

This box is heavy, so be careful.

新しいスマホ、こいつのバッテリーが長持ちする。

This new phone's battery lasts a long time.

こいつ、使い方が少し複雑だね。

This thing is a bit complicated to use.

3

An interjection used to call out to, scold, or express surprise/anger at someone (hey you!/you bastard!).

InterjectionDerogatoryUsually Kana

Examples

こいつ、ふざけんなよ!

You bastard, don't mess with me!

おい、こいつ!聞いてるのか?

Hey you! Are you listening?

こいつったら、ほんとに困ったものだ。

Honestly, this one is really a problem.

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