Speaking politely in Japanese Posted by keiko on Sep 23, 2014
In Japanese, depending on who you are talking to, we use all forms of different ending for our verbs. However, it will be most appropriate if you learn the polite form of each verb, so you can use them to anyone. For example, take a look at the following conversation. You: How are you?…
Expressions for love in Japanese Posted by keiko on Sep 20, 2014
When you are in love with someone special, or always thinking about the special person in your mind, how would you explain your feelings in Japanese? Read on. I will show you various ways of showing your affection. Vocabulary List: Love ==> Ai (愛、あい) To Love ==> Aisuru(愛する、あいする) To Fall in Love ==> Koini…
Can Do forms in Japanese Posted by keiko on Sep 19, 2014
When someone asks you, “Can you help me this weekend? (Konshu matsu tetsudatte itadake masuka? (今週末、手伝っていただけますか？こんしゅうまつ てつだって いただけますか？)” in Japanese, how would you respond? If you are available to help out, you can reply saying, “Sure, I can help you.” In Japanese, this is expressed as, “Un, tetsudaeru yo. (うん、手伝えるよ。うん、てつだえるよ。)” As you noted here, the word…
Must Know Japanese Expressions that make your partner happy Posted by keiko on Sep 12, 2014
Communication is very important in your day to day conversation with your family members, friends, co-workers, and anyone you interact with at various locations. In today’s article, I would like to introduce you to some of the most useful Japanese expressions that you can use during your conversation. These expression will definitely make your partner feel…
Japanese words for Fall Season Posted by keiko on Sep 8, 2014
Hi, we had a nice and warm summer over here in the Northwest this past summer. Although we are still getting lots of sunshine, I see the leaves turning into fall color. Orange, yellow, and red colored leaves are so pretty in the fall. Today’s article is all about the Fall. Here are some of…
Personal Pronouns in Japanese Grammar Posted by keiko on Aug 31, 2014
I don’t believe that I covered this topic in the past. This is one of those basic grammar lesson, and it is very important to know. Today, let me cover the personal pronouns. The major personal pronouns we use in Japanese are: Watashi (私、わたし) - I Anata (あなた) – You Kare (彼、かれ) – He Kanojo…
Basic Japanese Lesson – Ne and Yo particles Posted by keiko on Aug 31, 2014
Back to lesson on particles again! In Japanese, we have many types of particles, but the ones I will show you today are one of those that you often hear at the END of the sentence. Previously, we covered some that are in the middle of the sentences, but these are a bit unique. I…