これら

• Reading: これら
• Romaji: korera
• Pronunciation: /ko.ɾe.ɾa/

Meaning

These; these ones. The plural form of これ (this), referring to multiple items nearby.

A pronoun used to refer to multiple items or concepts near the speaker. More formal and written than using これ repeatedly. Commonly seen in academic writing, presentations, and formal speech. The kanji form これ等 exists but is rarely used. Often followed by の to modify nouns.

Examples

1. これらの書類にサインをお願いします。 Please sign these documents.
2. これらの問題はすぐに解決する必要がある。 These issues need to be resolved immediately.
3. 店にはたくさんの商品があり、これらはすべて手作りです。 The store had many products, and these are all handmade.

Usage Guide

Context: academic writing, presentations, formal speech

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Formed by adding the plural suffix ら to the demonstrative pronoun これ (this). The suffix ら indicates plurality, similar to its use in 彼ら (they) and 僕ら (us, casual).

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal