What does 相手 mean?
相手 is a Japanese noun meaning “the other person” or “partner” in English. It can also be translated as “opponent” depending on context. It is written as 相手 in kanji, あいて in hiragana, and aite in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
話す時は、相手の目を見なさい。
Look the other person in the eye when you talk.
次の試合の相手はとても強い。
Our opponent in the next match is very strong.