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Grammar

Genki Grammar #112: Mastering -te yokatta desu

In Genki Grammar #112, learn to use -te yokatta desu to express gratitude and relief. This guide covers both positive and negative forms to help you speak more naturally in Japanese.
Grammar

Genki Grammar #111: Mastering -te kurete arigatou

In Genki Grammar #111, learn how to express gratitude using the te-form + kurete arigatou. This guide explains how to use both casual and polite forms of this structure.
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Genki Grammar #36: Mastering -te wa ikemasen

Discover how to use -てはいけません (-te wa ikemasen) to express strong prohibitions in Japanese with Genki Grammar #36. Simple explanations and practical examples included.
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Genki Grammar #35: Mastering -te mo iidesu.

Discover how to use -てもいいです (-te mo iidesu) to ask for and grant permission in Japanese with Genki Grammar #35. Simple explanations and practical examples included.
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Genki Grammar #34: Mastering Describing Two Activities

Discover how to connect actions in Japanese using the te-form with Genki Grammar #34. Master the art of describing multiple activities in a single sentence.
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Genki Grammar #33: Mastering -te kudasai

Learn how to make polite requests in Japanese using the -てください (-te kudasai) form with Genki Grammar #33. Simple explanations and examples provided.
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Genki Grammar #32: Mastering Te-form

Discover the essential uses of the te-form (て形) in Japanese grammar, including making requests, connecting actions, giving and asking for permission, and stating prohibitions. Perfect for Japanese learners.