Master Japanese - Lesson 9: Essential Vocabulary and Phrases242

Welcome to Japanese Lesson 9! In this video tutorial, we'll delve deeper into the essential vocabulary and phrases you need to navigate everyday conversations in Japanese. Let's get started!

Greeting and Introduction

1. こんにちは (Konnichiwa) - Good afternoon
2. こんばんは (Konbanwa) - Good evening
3. おはようございます (Ohayo gozaimasu) - Good morning
4. 私は～です (Watashi wa ～ desu) - My name is ～
5. はじめまして (Hajimemashite) - Nice to meet you

Greetings Responses

1. こんにちは (Konnichiwa) - Hello
2. こんばんは (Konbanwa) - Hello
3. おはようございます (Ohayo gozaimasu) - Good morning
4. どういたしまして (Doitashimashite) - You're welcome
5. お会いできて光栄です (Oai dekite kouei desu) - Nice to meet you too

Basic Questions and Responses

1. お名前はなんですか？ (Onamae wa nan desu ka?) - What's your name?
2. おいくつですか？ (Oikutsu desu ka?) - How old are you?
3. お住まいはどちらですか？ (Osamai wa dochira desu ka?) - Where do you live?
4. はい (Hai) - Yes
5. いいえ (Iie) - No

Numbers

1. 1 - 一 (Ichi)
2. 2 - 二 (Ni)
3. 3 - 三 (San)
4. 4 - 四 (Shi)
5. 5 - 五 (Go)
6. 6 - 六 (Roku)
7. 7 - 七 (Nana)
8. 8 - 八 (Hachi)
9. 9 - 九 (Kyuu)
10. 10 - 十 (Juu)

Common Phrases

1. ありがとうございます (Arigatou gozaimasu) - Thank you
2. すみません (Sumimasen) - Excuse me
3. お願いします (Onegaishimasu) - Please
4. いいですか (Ii desu ka?) - Is it okay?
5. わかりました (Wakarimashita) - I understand

Polite Language

In Japanese, it's essential to use polite language to show respect. Here are some basic phrases:

1. ～してください (～ kudasai) - Please do ～
2. ～ます (～ masu) - Formal verb ending
3. ～さん (～ san) - Respectful suffix for names
4. ～さま (～ sama) - Very respectful suffix for names
5. ～でございます (～ de gozaimasu) - Formal phrase ending

Practice and Conclusion

To improve your Japanese vocabulary and phrases, practice regularly. You can use flashcards, apps, or find a language partner. Remember to also practice pronunciation and intonation for effective communication.
Congratulations on completing Lesson 9! Keep up the good work, and you'll soon master the basics of Japanese. Stay tuned for future lessons, where we'll explore more advanced grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills.

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2025-01-14

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