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I just wanted to share some basic Japanese greetings with you all. If you're just starting to learn Japanese, these are some essential phrases that will come in handy in everyday situations.
Here are a few of the most common greetings:
Konnichiwa (こんにちは) | This is the most basic and common way to say "hello" in Japanese. It can be used at any time of day and in most situations. |
Ohayou gozaimasu (おはようございます) | This is a more formal way to say "good morning". It is typically used when greeting someone in the morning or when speaking to someone older or more senior to you. |
Konbanwa (こんばんは) | This is a way to say "good evening". It is typically used when greeting someone in the evening or at night. |
Oyasuminasai (おやすみなさい) | This is a way to say "good night". It is typically used when saying goodbye to someone at the end of the day or before going to bed. |
Arigatou gozaimasu (ありがとうございます) | This is a way to say "thank you" in Japanese. It is a very important phrase to know and can be used in many different situations. Don't say this when someone compliments you! It will make you seem very conceited. |
Sumimasen (すみません) | This is a way to say "excuse me" or "I'm sorry" in Japanese. It is often used when asking for someone's attention or when apologizing for something. |
These are just a few of the many basic Japanese greetings that you can use in everyday situations. Practice these phrases and you'll be able to communicate with others in Japanese in no time! 😊 Let me know if you have any questions or if you want to learn more about Japanese greetings. I'm happy to help out with anything you need! 😊
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