Beginner Section 1 Flashcards
(250 cards)
こんにちは。
Hello.
こんにちは、鈴木。
鈴木: Most common last name in Japan.
こんにちは、鈴木さん。
さん: shows respect and politeness. Similar to Mr. or Ms. Can also be attached to first names, but usually attached to last names.
さようなら。
Farewell. Sayonara. Goodbye (feels final).
さようなら、博。
博: One of the most common male first names in Japan.
じゃあまた。
Bye. See you later.
じゃあまた、博ちゃん。
ちゃん: usually attached to the end of a first name. Directed towards children and sometimes young women to show friendliness and intimacy. Also used between guys and girls to each other who are dating or in relationships. Sometimes used by guys to girls who are just friends.
バイバイ!
Bye. See you later.
こんばんは、鈴木さん。
Good evening.
おはよう。
Good morning.
すみません。
I’m sorry. Excuse me.
はい。
Yes (polite).
いいえ。
No (polite).
ありがとう、鈴木さん。
Thank you.
ありがとう・・・おやすみ。
おやすみ: Good night.
ただいま!!
I’m home!
おかえり!
Welcome home!
はじめまして。
Nice to meet you.
よろしくお願いします。
It was nice meeting you. I look forward to working with you.
おはようございます。
Good morning.
はい、ありがとうございます。
Thank you.
ありがとう・・・おやすみなさい。
なさい is attached to certain phrases to make them more polite.
ただいま!おかえりなさい!
なさい is attached to certain phrases to make them more polite.
いただきます。
Bon appetite. Let’s eat (while giving thanks).