Basic Words Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Hello
A
konnichiwa
こんにちは
2
Q
Good morning
A
ohayo gozaimasu
おはようございます
3
Q
Good evening
A
konbanwa
こんばんは
4
Q
Excuse me / I’m sorry
A
sumimasen
Usually used in two ways:
1. To grab someone’s attention or begin asking a question
2. To apologize
5
Q
Thank you
A
arigato gozaimasu
Shortening to arigato is a casual way of saying “thanks”, but this is usually used with close friends and family; if you’re talking to someone like a shop clerk, it’s better to say the full expression.
6
Q
Nice to meet you
A
hajimemashite
Used at the beginning of a conversation when you’re introducing yourself.
7
Q
My name is (insert name)
A
watashi no namae wa (insert name)
わたしのなまえは (insert name)
8
Q
Yes
A
hai
はい
9
Q
No
A
iie
いいえ
10
Q
I’m sorry
A
gomennasai
ごめんなさい
