Imagine saying “thank you” in perfect Japanese to a nice waiter and seeing a surprised smile on his face. Or ask for the bill like a local, even though this is your first visit to Japan. It will be great, right? Your next trip to Japan can be twice as interesting if you know some Japanese, which you can learn thoroughly by attending a language school in Japan. You'll have a lot more fun when you can interact with the locals without the awkward grunting and waving of your arms.

The good news is that you don't have to spend months or even weeks learning Japanese—all you need to know are a few simple (and very user-friendly) phrases that you can read in minutes and master in a few days. Of course, a few memorized phrases cannot be compared with the amount of knowledge that you can get by going to study at a language school in Japan, the cost of which largely depends on the training program. However, even some phrases will significantly help in the first days of your stay in Japan. Once you've mastered these phrases, you'll be able to use them expertly, and your new Japanese friends will be delighted.

Note: Desu and masu are pronounced "des", as in the English word "desk" and "mas", as in the English word "mask". Well, unless you're an anime character. The particle は is pronounced "wa".

1. Hello!

Ohayo (good morning) おはよう

Konichiwa (good afternoon)

Konbanwa (good evening)

In Japan, people usually do not say "hello" but instead greet each other depending on the time of day. Say "Ohayo" in the morning and "Konichiwa" in the afternoon. From 18:00 onwards use "konbanwa". Note that "konbanwa" is a greeting and is not used to say goodnight - the word for that is "oyasumi". If you confuse these two words, you will receive laughter or strange looks in response. Don't ask me how I know.

2. Everything is fine, or I'm fine

Daijōbu des だいじょうぶです

This is a very useful phrase that has many nuances depending on the situation (it can mean “yes” or “no”). Use it for:

• telling someone that you are okay (For example, "daijobu des", which is a minor injury)
• polite refusal (For example, if the seller asks if you want your gift wrapped, you can politely refuse by saying “daijobu des”).

3. Thank you

Arigato gozaimas ありがとう　ございます。

Saying "arigato" without "gozaimas" to strangers such as a cashier or waiter is a bit careless. As a foreigner you can get away with it, but the more natural expression in this case is "arigato gozaimas". Say it when you get change or when someone, for example, helps you find a vending machine or gives you directions to a language school in Japan.

4. I'm sorry

Sumimasen

If you only need to remember one phrase in Japanese, this is it. This is a magic phrase. You can use it in almost any situation. Accidentally stepped on someone's foot? Sumimasen! Trying to get the waiter's attention? Sumimasen! Is someone holding the elevator door for you? Sumimasen! The waitress at the cafe brought you a drink? Sumimasen! Don't know what to say? You guessed it - sumimasen.

But wait, why should I apologize to the person serving me the drink, you ask? Good question. The thing is, the word "sumimasen" is essentially an acknowledgment that you are bothering or inconveniencing someone. Thus, the legendary Japanese politeness is partly true, even if it is superficial. You can (and should) say "sumimasen" before any of the phrases below.

5. Where is (train station)?

(Eki) wa doko des ka? (えき)はどこですか？

Feel free to use this phrase when you want to know where something is: the Totoro section of a store, a train station or a museum, or - and this is very important - a toilet.

6. How much does it cost?

Kore wa ikura des ka?

これ　は　いくら　ですか？

If you decide to learn Japanese at a language school in Japan, you will definitely have to shop in stores. Most stores have price tags in a visible place, but if the price is not visible and you want to know how much an item costs, say “sumimasen” and ask the question.

7. Can I have the bill, please?

O-kaikei onegai shimas

“Onegai shimas” is another very convenient phrase. Use it like "please." You can use it whenever you ask for something, such as a bill. Just replace the word o-kaikei in the example above with whatever you need, such as "Sumimasen, o-mizu onegai shimas." (Can I ask for some water please?)

8. Does this train go to (Shibuya)?

Kono densha wa Shibuya ikimas ka?

この　でんしゃ　は　(しぶや)　いきますか？

Tokyo's extensive train network can be confusing if you're using it for the first time, and this phrase helps you know if a certain train is going to your destination before you board it. Replace the word Shibuya with the name of any other train station you are heading to.

9. Do you have (menu in English)?

(Eigo no menu) wa arimas ka? (えいご　の　めにゅう)　は　ありますか？

Sometimes you are in a hurry and need to find a certain item in the store. Instead of rushing around looking for an item, you can simply stop at the information desk or ask the nearest employee if the item is in the store. Ask this question in Japanese and they will show you where what you are looking for is located.

This phrase works great for restaurants too. If the entire menu is in Japanese, don't point your finger at it randomly. Just ask the waiter if they have something you would like to eat, such as chicken (tori), fish (sakana) or strawberry ramen (sutoroberi ramen). Just replace the words in brackets with whatever you like.

If you are a professional copywriter, programmer or web designer, you probably try to work with the whole world. And we have already noticed that using basic phrases in the customer’s native language improves trust and disposition towards you. So let's start with the Japanese greeting.

How to say "Hello" in Japanese?

1. The classic way to greet in Japanese So, " konnichiwa " is a universal greeting that is suitable for all occasions and for all people, regardless of financial or social status. Analogue of our "«.

Greetings

• Basic moments:
• When meeting in person, it is obligatory to bow Can be used at different times of the day, for example, as "»
• Good afternoon How to spell "konnichiwa"
• hieroglyphs: 今日は
• How to write “konnichiwa” in Hiragana characters: こんにちは

Pronounced "kon-ni-chi-wa" more often as: "kon-nichi-wa"

2. Greeting by phone The Japanese, instead of what we are used to, " Hello " They say " moshi moshi

Greetings

• " You should also answer “moshi moshi” or “power power.”
• You can use it at any time of the day, but only by phone
• This greeting is written in Hiragana characters like this: もしもし
• Pronounced “mosi mosi” more often as: “mosh mosh”

3. How to say “Good morning” in Japanese

Usually, when meeting in the morning, Japanese people say to each other “ Ohayō" Full expression " Ohayōgozaimasu" You can also say “konnichiwa”, but you must understand that this will be too pompous.

Greetings

• In everyday life, the abbreviated version “Ohaiyo” is more often used.
• “Ohayōgozaimasu” is written in Hiragana characters like this: おはようございます
• How to write "Ohayōgozaimasu" in Kanji characters: お早うございます
• "Ohayōgozaimasu" is usually pronounced as: "Ohayo-gozaimasu"

4. How to say “Good evening” in Japanese

In the evening the Japanese say to each other “ Konbanwa" This is a respectful greeting, so it can also be said after dinner.

• How to write "Konbanwa" in Hiragana characters: こんばんは
• How to write "Konbanwa" in Kanji characters: 今晩は
• The correct way to pronounce “Konbanwa” is “kon-ban-wa.”

5. How to say “Good night” in Japanese

Often when saying goodbye after dark, the Japanese say to each other “ Oyasuminasai" This is something like our " Good night" But you need to know that they can use the same expression for greetings at night.

Greetings

• When communicating with friends or peers, you can use the abbreviated expression "Oyasumi"
• The correct way to write “Oyasumi” in Hiragana characters is as follows: おやすみ
• The correct way to write the full expression “Oyasuminasai” in Hiragana is: おやすみなさい
• Pronounced "oyasumi-nasai"

6. How to say “Hello!” in Japanese Long time no see!”

To meet an old friend or relative, the Japanese use a separate phrase “ Hisashiburi" The full expression "Ohisashiburidesune" is rarely used.

Greetings

• How to write "Hisashiburi" in characters: 久しぶり
• The phrase is read as: “hisashiburi”

7. The shortest greeting in Japanese

Many who have been to Japan may have heard " Yāhō" This short greeting is often used among friends, mainly among girls. The guys shorten it to the phrase “ Yo" This greeting originally appeared in Osaka and spread throughout Japan.

Greetings

• This greeting “Yahho” is usually written in katakana as: ヤーホー
• The phrase is read as: “yaahoo”

8. How to say “Hey dude” in Japanese

Guys of the same age in an informal setting often greet each other by saying “ Ossu" What does “hey dude” or “hey dude” literally mean? Hi dude", "healthy", etc.

Greetings

• Only guys say that
• “Ossu” is written in Hiragana characters like this: おっす
• It should be pronounced like this: “oss”

9. How to say “How are you?” in Japanese?

In general, there is an expression “Hello, how are you?” or “Hi, how are you?” and it sounds like this: “Ogenkidesuka.” But, if you just want to ask “how are you?” or greeting say "how are you doing" in Japanese?, then the expression “ Saikin dō", it is used more often in everyday life.

Greetings

• This is what close acquaintances, friends, colleagues or classmates usually say
• “Saikin dō” is written in Kanji characters like this: 最近どう
• The phrase is pronounced "say-kin-doo"

Bowing in Japan

As I already wrote, bowing is the norm in Japan. Often the greeter begins the first bows. In response, you should bow lower than your interlocutor. Interestingly, if you do not bow lower, this will be regarded as a “limp handshake” among us, i.e. like disrespect. The emperor and his consort also bow, even in front of ordinary people.

I would especially like to note that the Japanese speak English well, but they feel especially happy if you even greet them in Japanese.

Do you call yourself an anime fan?

Don't understand anything in Japanese?

You don't have to speak, but you should know the most common Japanese phrases.

How to find out: you can watch anime more often, the phrases will become memorable.

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Meeting and farewell

This section describes popular expressions that Japanese people use when dating or saying goodbye.

Group with the meaning “Hello”

Ohayou gozaimasu- "Good morning". Polite greeting. In youth communication it can also be used in the evening. Let me remind you that in most cases “u” after voiceless consonants is not pronounced, that is, this expression is usually pronounced as “Ohayo gozaimas”.

Ohayou- Informal option.

Ossu– A very informal masculine option. Often pronounced "Oss".

Konnichiwa- "Good afternoon". The usual greeting.

Konbanwa- "Good evening". The usual greeting.

Hisashiburi desu- "Long time no see". Standard polite option.

Hisashiburi ne? (Hisashiburi ne?)– Female version.

Hisashiburi da naa... (Hisashiburi da naa)- Male version.

Yahho! (Yahhoo)- "Hello". Informal option.

Ooi! (Ooi)- "Hello". A very informal men's option. A common greeting for roll call over long distances.

Yo! (Yo!)- "Hello". An exclusively informal men's option.

Gokigenyou- "Hello". A rare, very polite female greeting.

Moshi-moshi- “Hello.” Answer by phone.
Group with the value “For now”

Sayonara- "Goodbye". The usual option. It is said that if the chances of a new meeting soon are small.

Saraba- "Bye". Informal option.

Mata Ashita- "Till tomorrow". The usual option.

Mata ne– Female version.

Mata naa- Male version.

Dzya, mata (Jaa, mata)- "See you". Informal option.

Jia (Jaa)- A completely informal option.

De wa– A slightly more formal option.

Oyasumi nasai- "Good night". A somewhat formal option.

Oyasumi- Informal option.
"Yes and no"

This section describes popular expressions that are often found in the speech of Japanese people and anime and manga characters and express various versions of agreement and disagreement.
Group with the value “Yes”

Hai- "Yes". Universal standard expression. Can also mean “I understand” and “Continue”. That is, it does not necessarily mean consent.

Haa (Haa)- "Yes, sir". A very formal expression.

Uh (Ee)- "Yes". Not very formal.

Ryoukai- "Yes sir". Military or paramilitary option.
Group with value “No”

Ie- "No". Standard polite expression. Also a polite form of declining a thank you or compliment.

Nai- "No". An indication of the absence or non-existence of something.

Betsu ni- "Nothing".
Group with the value “Of course”:

Naruhodo- “Of course,” “Of course.”

Motiron- "Naturally!" An indication of confidence in a statement.

Yahari- “That’s what I thought.”

Yappari– A less formal form of the same thing.
Group with the value “Maybe”

Maa... (Maa)- "May be…"

Saa... (Saa)– “Well...” In the sense of – “Perhaps, but doubts still remain.”
Group with the meaning “Really?”

Honto desu ka? (Hontou desu ka?)- “Really?” Polite form.

Honto? (Hontou?)– Less formal.

So what? (Sou ka?)- “Wow...” Sometimes pronounced as “Bitch!”

So desu ka? (Sou desu ka?)– Formal form of the same thing.

So desu nee... (Sou desu nee)- “That’s how it is...” Formal version.

So da na... (Sou da naa)– Men's informal option.

So nah... (Sou nee)– Women's informal option.

Masaka! (Masaka)- "Can't be!"
Expressions of politeness

This section describes popular expressions of politeness that are often found in the speech of Japanese and anime and manga characters, but are not always clearly translated into Russian and other languages.

Onegai shimasu- Very polite form. Can be used independently. Especially often used in requests like “do something for me.” Let me remind you that in most cases “u” after voiceless consonants is not pronounced, that is, this expression is usually pronounced as “Onegai shimas”.

Onegai– Less polite, more common form.

- kudasai- Polite form. Added as a suffix to a verb. For example, “kite-kudasai” - “Please come.”

- kudasaimasen ka? (kudasaimasenka)- More polite form. Added as a suffix to a verb. Translates to “could you do something for me?” For example, “kite-kudasaimasen ka?” - “Could you come?”
Group with the meaning “Thank you”

Doumo– Short form, usually said in response to a small “everyday” help, say, in response to a given coat and an offer to enter.

Arigatou gozaimasu– Polite, somewhat formal uniform. Let me remind you that in most cases “u” after voiceless consonants is not pronounced, that is, this expression is usually pronounced as “Arigato gozaimas”.

Arigatou– Less formal polite form.

Doumo arigatou- "Thank you very much". Polite form.

Doumo arigatou gozaimasu- "Thank you very much". Very polite, formal uniform.

Katajikenai- Old-fashioned, very polite form.

Osewa ni narimashita- “I am your debtor.” Very polite and formal uniform.

Osewa ni natta– Informal form with the same meaning.

Group with the meaning “Please”

Dou itashimashite– Polite, formal uniform.

Iie- "My pleasure". Informal form.
Group with the meaning “Sorry”

Gomen nasai– “Excuse me, please”, “I beg your pardon”, “I’m very sorry.” A very polite form. Expresses regret for some reason, say, if you have to disturb someone. Usually it is not actually an apology for a significant offense (unlike “sumimasen”).

Gomen– Informal form.

Sumimasen- "I'm sorry". Polite form. Expresses an apology related to the commission of a significant offense.

Sumanai/Suman– Not very polite, usually male uniform.

Sumanu– Not very polite, old-fashioned form.

Shitsurei shimasu- "I'm sorry". Very polite formal uniform. Used, say, to enter the boss's office.

Shitsurei– Similar, but less formal

Moushiwake arimasen- “I have no forgiveness.” Very polite and formal uniform. Used in the military or business.

Moushiwake nai– Less formal option.
Other expressions

Dozo- "Ask". A short form, an invitation to enter, take a coat, and so on. The usual answer is “Domo.”

Chotto... (Chotto)- "No worries". Polite form of refusal. For example, if you are offered tea.
Standard everyday phrases

This section contains everyday phrases that are often found in the speech of Japanese and anime and manga characters, but are not always clearly translated into Russian and other languages.
Group “Departure and Return”

Itte kimasu- “I left, but I’ll be back.” Pronounced when leaving for work or school.

Chotto itte kuru– Less formal. Usually means something like “I’ll go out for a minute.”

Itte irashai- “Come back quickly.”

Tadaima- “I’m back, I’m home.” Sometimes it is said outside the home. This phrase then means a “spiritual” return home.

Okaeri nasai- “Welcome home.” The usual response to “Tadaima.”

Okaeri- less formal form.

Group “Food”

Itadakimasu– Pronounced before starting to eat. Literally – “I accept [this food].” Let me remind you that in most cases “u” after voiceless consonants is not pronounced, that is, this expression is usually pronounced as “Itadakimas”.

Gochisousama deshita- “Thank you, it was very tasty.” Pronounced at the end of a meal.

Gochisousama– Less formal.
Exclamations

This section contains various exclamations that are often found in the speech of Japanese and anime and manga characters, but are not always clearly translated into Russian and other languages.

Kawaii! (Kawaii)- "How lovely!" Often used in relation to children, girls, very handsome guys. In general, this word has a strong meaning of “the appearance of weakness, femininity, passivity (in the sexual sense of the word).” According to the Japanese, the most “kawaii” creature is a fair-haired good girl of four or five years old with European features and blue eyes.

Sugoi! (Sugoi)– “Cool” or “Cool/cool!” In relation to people, it is used to denote “masculinity.”

Kakkoii! (Kakkoii!)- “Cool, beautiful, drop dead!”

Suteki! (Suteki!)- “Cool, charming, wonderful!” Let me remind you that in most cases “u” after voiceless consonants is not pronounced, that is, this expression is usually pronounced as “Stacks!”

Forge! (Kowai)- "Scary!" Expression of fear.

Abunay! (Abunai)- "Dangerous!" or “Look out!”

Hide! (Hidoi!)- “Vicious!”, “Vicious, bad.”

Tasukete! (Tasukete)- “Help!”, “Help!” Let me remind you that in most cases “u” after voiceless consonants is not pronounced, that is, this expression is usually pronounced as “Taskete!”

Yamero!/Yamete! (Yamero/Yamete)- “Stop!”

Dame! (Dame)- “No, don’t do that!”

Hayaku! (Hayaku)- "Faster!"

Matte! (Matte)- “Wait!”

Yoshi! (Yoshi)- “So!”, “Come on!”. Usually pronounced as “Yos!”.

Ikuzo! (Ikuzo)- “Let's go!”, “Forward!”

Itai!/Itee! (Itai/Itee)- “Oh!”, “It hurts!”

Atsui! (Atsui)- “Hot!”

Daijōbu! (Daijoubu)- “Everything is fine”, “Healthy”.

Kampai! (Kanpai)- "To the dregs!" Japanese toast.

Gambatte! (Ganbatte)- “Don’t give up!”, “Hold on!”, “Give it your all!”, “Try to be conscientious!” The usual parting words at the beginning of difficult work.

Hanase! (Hanase)- “Let go!”

Hentai! (Hentai)- “Pervert!”

Urusai! (Urusai)- "Shut up!"

Uso! (Uso)- "Lie!"

Yokatta! (Yokatta!)- “Thank God!”, “What happiness!”

Yatta! (Yatta)- "Happened!"

Today's lesson will be about greetings - 挨拶 (Aisatsu). From the very beginning of learning Japanese, it is very important to learn how to say hello correctly. It seemed that it could be simpler? Anyone, even someone who has not studied Japanese, can easily remember the standard Japanese greeting, which sounds like this: こんにちは (Konnichiwa). But the Japanese wouldn't be Japanese if it were that simple. There are a number of different greetings used depending on the situation, time of day, or the status of the person you're talking to. We will get acquainted with these nuances in this article.

Greetings at different times of the day

-お早うございます(Ohayo: gozaimasu)- Good morning. "Gozaimasu" is a polite form of speech, so if you greet your friend, it can be shortened to a simple おはよう(ohayo:).

-こんにちは(Konnichiwa)- Good day, hello. A universal greeting, but it is most appropriate to use it from 12 to 16 o'clock.

-今晩は(Konbanwa)- Good evening. A very popular standard evening greeting.

Greetings in different situations

-久しぶり(Hisashiburi)- Long time no see. If you want to greet a friend you haven't seen for a long time, address him with the phrase: お久しぶりですね (Ohisashiburi desu ne) - “Long time no see.” If you have not seen each other for several years, then you can say: 何年ぶりでしたか (Nan nen buri deshita ka) - “How many years have passed?” And if the break was not very long, then you can use the phrase: しばらくでした (Shibaraku deshita). In addition to meaning “long time no see,” this phrase also means “glad to see you.”

-もしもし(Moshi-moshi)- Hello. Answer by phone.

-ごきげんよう(Gokigenyo:)- Hello. A rarely used, very polite female greeting.

Friendly greetings

-おっす(Ossu)- a very informal male version of greeting. Used by close friends of the same age.

-ういっす(Uissu)– an informal female version of greeting. The greeting comes from the very strong abbreviation おはようございます(ohayo: gozaimasu:).

-やっほー(Yahho:)- Hello! An informal option used by both men and women.

-よー！(Yo!)- male version of greeting. Often used by women, but it sounds rude.

“What kind of signs do you use in writing greetings?”- you ask. This is hiragana. And if you do not yet know how to read this Japanese alphabet, then we advise you to use ours that will help you start reading Japanese.

When greeting a Japanese person, it is important to remember non-verbal communication techniques. In everyday polite or formal communication, greetings are inextricably linked with bows of various types. Handshakes are used mainly in relation to Europeans. In everyday life, head nods or half-bows take place. Of course, it would be appropriate to simply wave your hand as a sign of greeting.

If you often watch Japanese films or anime, you have probably encountered one or another greeting. Share in the comments: what greetings did you encounter in the Japanese films you watched?

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Greetings

Ohayo gozaimasu (Ohayou gozaimasu) - "Good morning".

This is a variant of a fairly polite good morning wish.

It is worth recalling that "y" don't pronounce in Japanese after voiceless consonants. So they say it "Ohae gozaimas".

Ohayou- This is an informal option, can be used among friends and youth.

Ossu– a very informal and very masculine version (pronounced like "oss"). Girls are strongly advised not to use masculine pronunciations.

Konnichiwa- “Good afternoon”, “Hello”, “Hello”. Probably one of the most famous Japanese words.

Yahho! (Yahhoo)– an informal version of the word “hello”.

Ooi! (Ooi)– also an informal version of “Hello”, used by men. Often to attract attention at a great distance.

Yo! (Yo!)- an exclusively informal male version of the same greeting.

Gokigenyou– a rather rare and very polite female greeting, which can be translated as “Hello.”

Konbanwa- "Good evening".

Hisashiburi desu- "Long time no see". Pronounced like "hisashiburi des." A female informal option would be - Hisashiburi ne? (Hisashiburi ne?), male Hisashiburi da naa... (Hisashiburi da naa) .

Moshi-moshi– used when answering a phone call as “hello”.

Farewells

Sayonara– the usual “Farewell” option if there is little chance of a new meeting.

Saraba– an informal option like “bye.”

Mata Ashita– the usual “see you tomorrow” option. Female - Mata ne, male - Mata naa.

Dzya, mata (Jaa, mata)- "See you". A very commonly used informal option.

Jia (Jaa)– a very informal option, often used by friends.

De wa- a little more formal than "Jia (Jaa)".

Oyasumi nasai- "Good night". A somewhat formal option, an informal one would be simple - Oyasumi.

Everyday phrases in Japanese:

Answers

Hai - “Yes.” Universal standard answer. Often it can mean anything, but not agreement, but, for example, only “continue”, “I understand”, “yeah”.

Haa (Haa)- “Yes, sir,” “I obey, sir.” This is a very formal expression.

Uh (Ee)- "Yes". Not very formal.

Ryoukai- "Yes sir". Military response.

Ie- "No". Standard polite expression. Also used as a polite form of declining gratitude or compliment.

Nai- "No". Used to indicate the absence or non-existence of something.

Betsu ni- "Nothing".

Naruhodo- “Of course,” “Of course.”

Motiron- "Naturally!" Expression of confidence.

Yahari- "I thought so".

Yappari– too, but not so formally.

Maa... (Maa)- "Maybe…"

Saa... (Saa)- "Well…". Used when they have difficulty agreeing and doubt.

Honto desu ka? (Hontou desu ka?)- "Is it really true?"

Honto? (Hontou?)– Less formal.

So desu ka? (Sou desu ka?)– Formal form of the phrase “Wow...”. Informal - So what? (Sou ka?), can be pronounced as “Su ka!”

So desu nee... (Sou desu nee)- “That’s how it is...” Formal version.

So da na... (Sou da naa)- Male version.

So nah... (Sou nee)– Female version.

Masaka! (Masaka)- "It can not be!"

Everyday phrases in Japanese:

Requests

Onegai shimasu- A very polite form of request. Especially often used in requests like “do something for me.”

Onegai– A less polite and much more common request.

- kudasai- Polite form. Added as a suffix to a verb.

- kudasaimasen ka? (kudasaimasenka)- More polite form. It is also added as a suffix to a verb. It can be translated as “could you do something for me?”

Everyday phrases in Japanese:

Acknowledgments

Doumo– “Thank you” is used in response to everyday small help. For example, when you were let ahead or served something.

Arigatou gozaimasu– A polite and formal form, the expression is usually pronounced as “Arigato gozaimas“.

Arigatou— Less formal polite form.

Doumo arigatou- "Thank you very much".

Doumo arigatou gozaimasu– A very polite and very formal phrase of gratitude.

Osewa ni narimashita- “I am your debtor.” Very polite and formal uniform. Informally they say - Osewa ni natta.

Iie- "My pleasure". Informal form. Polite option - Dou itashimashite.

Everyday phrases in Japanese:

Apologies

Gomen nasai– “Excuse me, please”, “I beg your pardon”, “I’m very sorry.” A very polite form. Expresses regret for some reason, say, if you have to disturb someone. Often not an apology for a significant offense (unlike “sumimasen”).

Gomen– Informal form of the same.

Sumimasen- "I'm sorry". Polite form. An apology for committing a significant wrongdoing.

Sumanai/Suman– Not very polite, male version.

Shitsurei shimasu- "I'm sorry". Very polite formal uniform. Used, say, as “I’m sorry to bother you” when entering a superior’s office.

Shitsurei– too, but less formally.

Moushiwake arimasen- “I have no forgiveness.” A very polite and formal form, more often used in the army and in business.

Moushiwake nai- not such a formal option.

Dozo- "Ask". A short form, an offer to enter, take an item, and so on. The answer is something we already know “Domo”.

Chotto... (Chotto)- "No worries". Polite form of refusal. For example, if you are offered coffee.

Everyday phrases in Japanese:

Everyday phrases

Itte kimasu– Literally can be translated as “I left, but I’m going to come back.” Use when leaving home for work or school.

Chotto itte kuru– Not a formal form, something like “I’ll go out for a minute.”

Itte irashai- “Come back quickly.” In response to " Itte kimasu."

Tadaima- “I'm back” or “I'm home.” It is also used as a spiritual return home.

Okaeri nasai– “Welcome home,” in response to “Tadaima” . Okaeri- not a formal option.

Itadakimasu- pronounced before eating. Literally – “I accept [this food].” They often fold their palms as if in prayer.

Gochisousama deshita- “Thank you, it was delicious.” When finishing a meal. Another variant - Gochisousama

Everyday phrases in Japanese:

Everyday and necessary phrases

Kawaii! (Kawaii)- “Wow!”, “How cute!”, “How lovely!” . Often used in relation to children, girls, and also very handsome guys. This word has a strong meaning of “manifestation of weakness, femininity, passivity (in the sexual sense of the word).”

Sugoi! (Sugoi)– “Cool” or “Cool/cool!” In relation to people, it is used to denote masculinity.

Kakkoii! (Kakkoii!)- “Cool, beautiful, awesome!”

Suteki! (Suteki!)– “Beautiful, charming, delightful!”, pronounced “Stacky!”

Hide! (Hidoi!)- “Evil!”, “bad.”

Forge! (Kowai)- "Scary!" . With an expression of fear.

Matte! (Matte)- “Wait!”, “Stop!”

Abunay! (Abunai)– warning – “Danger!” or “Look out!”

SOS phrases in Japanese:

Tasukete! (Tasukete)- “Help!”, “Help!” - pronounced as “Taskete!”

Yamero!/Yamete! (Yamero/Yamete)- “Stop!”, “Stop it!” or “Stop it!”

Dame! (Dame)- “No, don’t do that!”

Hanase! (Hanase)- “Let go!”

Hentai! (Hentai)- “Pervert!”

Urusai! (Urusai)- "Shut up!"

Uso! (Uso)- “Lie!”, “You’re lying!”