Basic greetings: Common greetings

💬 Pronounced as (konnichiwa), this greeting can be used throughout the day.

🇯🇵 In Japan, a nod or slight bow commonly accompanies greetings.

💬 Both formal and friendly, pronounced (ogenki desu ka?).

🇯🇵 Typically asked when meeting someone for the first time or after a long separation.

💬 It's a formal farewell, pronounced (sayōnara).

🇯🇵 'Bye' in Japanese (バイバイ) is often used among friends instead.

💬 Pronounced as (namae).

🇯🇵 In Japan, family names come before given names.

💬 Polite inquiry pronounced (onamae wa nandesu ka?).

🇯🇵 Names hold significant cultural value in Japan. Establishing a respectful tone early is important.

💬 Using the structure [私の名前は] emphasizes formality and clarity.

🇯🇵 In formal situations, always use full names.

💬 This phrase is (hajimemashite) and is typically used when meeting someone for the first time.

🇯🇵 Often followed with a bow to show courtesy and respect.

💬 Informal between friends, but [おはようございます] (ohayou gozaimasu) is suitable for formal contexts.

🇯🇵 Morning greetings are taken seriously, promoting a positive start to the day.

💬 Pronounced as (konbanwa), used after sunset.

🇯🇵 Evening greetings acknowledge the shift to a more relaxed atmosphere.