⏭️❓😏

How to Say ‘So there's a "next time," huh?’ in Japanese

「次」があるんですね。

tsugi ga aru n desu ne

[tsoo-gee ga ah-roo n dess ne]

💬 Usage Tip: んですね means you've just noticed or realized something, like "oh, so…". Here it teasingly picks up on the other person's words.

Phrase Breakdown

次

tsugi

[tsoo-gee]

Used when moving on to the next place or topic in the museum.

Example

次は日本の歴史です。

Next is Japanese history.

が

[ga]

subject marker

A particle marking the subject of the sentence.

Example

興味がある分野を教えてください。

Please tell me the field you are interested in.

ある

aru

[ah-roo]

to exist; to have (inanimate)

Means “there is/are; to have.” Often used in 「〜がある」 for having a topic: 「聞きたいことがある」.

Example

聞きたいことがある。

There’s something I want to ask.

ん

[n]

explanatory tone

Adds explanation or background to what the speaker is saying.

Example

写真のプロジェクトをしているんだ。

I'm doing a photography project, you know.

です

desu

[dess]

is; polite copula

A polite sentence ending used in formal conversation.

Example

少し伺いたいです。

I would like to ask a little.

ね

[ne]

isn't it; right

Sentence-ending particle that seeks agreement or adds friendliness.

Example

今日は暑いですね。

It's hot today, isn't it?

Get the Full Learning Experience

This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.

Pronunciation Feedback

AI-powered feedback on what you say out loud

Spaced Repetition

Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice

Immersive Roleplaying

Practice real conversations with AI partners

Lessons for Your Situation

Request lessons tailored to your specific needs

Get Full Lesson

What Learners Are Saying

“Teaching in Osaka and I wanted to connect with my students beyond the classroom. The everyday conversation made my Japanese feel natural, not textbook-y.”

Mia S., 25, English Teacher

“I hop cities every few months and this is the only app that actually prepares me for living somewhere, not just visiting. Tokyo was the real test — passed with flying colors.”

James O., 28, Remote Worker

“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”

Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager