Leaving & Returning Home

Question 1

ただいま

Answer 1

(Tadaima) – I’m home (said when returning home):
This phrase is spoken when you arrive back home, letting those inside know you’ve returned. It literally means “I have just returned.”

Question 2

おかえりなさい

Answer 2

(Okaerinasai) – Welcome back (response to “ただいま”):
This is the response to “Tadaima,” welcoming someone home.

Question 3

いってきます

Answer 3

(Ittekimasu) – I’m leaving (said when leaving home):
This phrase is used when leaving home, indicating that you’re going out and will return. It literally means “I’m going and coming back.”

Question 4

いってらっしゃい

Answer 4

(Itterasshai) – Take care / Have a good day (response to “いってきます”):
This is the response to “Ittekimasu,” wishing someone a safe trip and a good day.