Have you ever been confused by intransitive (自動詞) and transitive verbs (他動詞) while learning Japanese?…
“Baka” is a Japanese pejorative and one of the most famous Japanese words. But what does “baka” actually mean? Is it a bad word? How do Japanese people use it?
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Japanese colors are fresh and pleasant, playing a significant role in Japanese design. Read this article and learn a rainbow of colors in Japanese!
When watching anime or having a meal with Japanese friends, you may hear “itadakimasu.” So, what does it mean? Is it literally equal to “saying grace,” as many have told you before? This article aims to introduce you to the fundamentals of itadakimasu — What it means, What occasion to say it, How to perform it. Are you ready? Let’s get started!
You’re probably already familiar with こんにちは konnichiwa, ‘hello’ in Japanese, and may think why do I need to know different greetings if I can already say hello? But did you know that the way you greet someone also depends on the situation, age, gender, and time of the day?
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