Beginner Japanese

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Understanding Sorede, Soshite, and Sorekara in Japanese

Discover how to use "それで" (sorede) for consequences, "そして" (soshite) for adding information, and "それから" (sorekara) for sequencing events. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples for mastering these expressions.
Vocabulary

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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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.
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Using dake to Indicate Limited Quantities

Understand how to use だけ (dake) in Japanese to indicate limited quantities. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples and explanations to improve your Japanese skills.
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Using wa in Negative Sentences

Understand how to use the particle -wa in negative Japanese sentences. This guide offers easy-to-follow examples and explanations to improve your conversational skills.