～という (〜to iu) Noun
Explanation
Used to define or explain a noun more specifically.
Formation
Noun + という + Noun, な-Adjective + という + Noun, Adjectival Verb + という + Noun
Detailed Explanation
The ～という grammar point is used to define or explain a noun more specifically. It is often translated as 'called', 'named', or 'that is to say' in English. It can be used with nouns, な-adjectives, and adjectival verbs.
Examples
彼は日本語が流暢なアメリカ人という人です。
Kare wa nihongo ga ryuuchou na amerikajin to iu hito desu.
He is an American who speaks fluent Japanese.
昨日、美味しかったというケーキを食べました。
Kinou, oishikatta to iu keeki wo tabemashita.
Yesterday, I ate a cake that was said to be delicious.
有名な歌手という彼女は、たくさんのファンがいます。
Yuumei na kashu to iu kanojo wa, takusan no fan ga imasu.
She, who is called a famous singer, has many fans.
環境に優しいという製品が人気があります。
Kankyou ni yasashii to iu seihin ga ninki ga arimasu.
Products that are said to be environmentally friendly are popular.
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.