Vocabulary

Vocabulary

Understanding “Yo,” “Ne,” and “Yone” in Japanese

Discover how to use the Japanese particles "よ" (yo), "ね" (ne), and "よね" (yone) to make your conversations sound more natural. Learn the key differences with examples.
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Choosing the Right Word #9: Youda (Mitaida) vs. Souda – It Looks Like…

Discover the differences between "ようだ (youda)," "みたいだ (mitai da)," and "そうだ (souda)" in Japanese. Understand how to use each expression to accurately say that something "looks like" or "seems" based on observation or reasoning.
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Understanding “ogoru” and “gochisousuru” in Japanese

Discover the difference between "おごる" for casual settings and "ごちそうする" for formal situations in Japanese. Learn how to use these verbs properly when treating someone to a meal.
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Choosing the Right Word #8: Mieru and Mirareru

Confused about when to use "Mieru" and "Mirareru" in Japanese? Our guide breaks down the differences with easy-to-understand examples for language learners.
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Understanding the Different Meanings of “dekiru” in Japanese

Discover the multiple meanings of "できる" (dekiru) in Japanese, from expressing abilities to talking about completed tasks and new creations. Improve your Japanese with this easy-to-follow guide.
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Using “naa” in Japanese for Strong Emotions

Understand how to use "なあ" (naa) in Japanese to express strong emotions like admiration and frustration. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples to improve your conversational skills.
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Turning Adjectives into Adverbs in Japanese

Understand how to turn い-adjectives and な-adjectives into adverbs in Japanese. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples and explanations to improve your Japanese skills.
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Playing Musical Instruments in Japanese

Understand how to use specific verbs in Japanese to talk about playing musical instruments. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples and explanations to improve your Japanese skills.
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Using “uun” to Express Hesitation in Japanese

Understand how to use "うーん" (uun) in Japanese to express hesitation and reflection. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples and explanations to help you improve your conversational skills.
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Using “Doraibu” and “Unten suru” in Japanese

Understand how to use "doraibu" for pleasure drives and "unten suru" for general driving in Japanese. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples and explanations to improve your Japanese skills.