Basic Japanese Phrases for Beginners — Start Here
Just starting your Japanese journey? These beginner-friendly lessons cover the absolute essentials — greetings, numbers, dates, and basic expressions that form the foundation of every conversation.
10 lessons · 210 flashcards
Common greetings
Basic greetings
Expressions
Basic expressions
Basic Phrases
Basic phrases for learners
Numbers
Basic numbers
Directions
Basic directions
Dates
Basic dates
Time
Basic time
Colors
Basic colors
Measurements
Basic measurements
Shapes
Basic shapes
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