Basic expressions: Expressions

💬 Pronounced as (ha-ee), it can also mean 'understood' or 'okay', depending on context.

🇯🇵 A quick and polite way to acknowledge someone speaking to you.

💬 Pronounced as (ee-yeh), it's often used softly, like softly refusing something.

🇯🇵 In Japan, indirect ways are often preferred over a straight 'no.'

💬 Pronounced (oh-ne-gai-shi-mas), it's literally 'I humbly request.'

🇯🇵 Often used when asking for a service or favor politely.

💬 Pronounced as (ah-ree-ga-to), used for gratitude.

🇯🇵 Showing gratitude is very important in Japanese culture.

💬 Pronounced (do-u-i-ta-shi-ma-shi-te), literally means 'it's nothing.'

🇯🇵 This is typically used when someone thanks you, but it’s not as automatic as 'you’re welcome' in English.

💬 Pronounced (su-mi-ma-sen), can also mean 'I'm sorry' or 'Thank you for your trouble.'

🇯🇵 Used as an apology or to get someone's attention politely.

💬 Pronounced (go-men-ne), it's a casual apology.

🇯🇵 More informal than 'すみません', used among friends or people close to you.

💬 Pronounced (i-ku-tsu), used in informal conversations to ask quantities.

🇯🇵 Useful in markets or when shopping informally.

💬 Pronounced (ta-su-ke-te-ku-da-sai), literally means 'please help.'

🇯🇵 A direct request for help; important in emergencies.