Want to start speaking Japanese right away?
Here are 10 essential Japanese words every beginner should know.
Donβt worry β theyβre easy, useful, and you can start using them today! π
The most versatile greeting is used during the daytime (typically from noon until 5 pm-ish).
The standard way to show gratitude. For more formality, use "Arigatou gozaimasu".
A multi-purpose word used to catch someone's attention, apologize for a minor mistake, or even say a humble "thank you".
Essential for confirming information or acknowledging that you are listening.
The standard way to disagree or decline something.
Used when requesting a service or item, or when starting a formal interaction.
A crucial phrase for beginners to let others know you aren't following the conversation.
A simple but powerful word that starts almost every Japanese sentence β your first step to introducing yourself and telling your story.
A great way to complement a meal and connect with people through food.
The formal way to say goodbye is often used when you won't see someone for a while.Β
Let's make a simple sentence!
π γγγ γ― γγ γ§γ
Β Β Watashi wa γγ desu.
γγ= Β I am γγ
A wa B desu. = γA = Bγ
π Example:
γγγ«γ‘γ―π γγγ γ― γγ γ§γ
KonichiwaΒ Β Watashi wa Suzu desu.
= Hello, I'm Suzu
Watashi = Suzu
β Say the words out loud
β Repeat every day
γ β just 5 minutes!
β Try using them in real life
Β Β β Say Konnichiwa when you see yourself in the mirror!!
π± Small practice = big progress
Once you know these words, you can:
γ»Say simple greetings
γ»Introduce yourself
γ»Start basic conversations
π Youβre already on your way to speaking Japanese!
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I can guide you step by step β even if youβre a complete beginner π
If you want to read Japanese,
π Start with Hiragana Guide for BeginnersΒ
Now try using these words:
π Learn How to Introduce Yourself in JapaneseΒ