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Do you want to learn Japanese? Start by reading through these posts for a fun introduction to the Japanese language, including useful Japanese words, basic Japanese grammar and other Japanese lessons for beginners!

How to Say Stop in Japanese: Key Words and Phrases

by Thea Ongchua

Where ‘stop’ in English can be used in a variety of situations, in Japanese, it’s quite complicated. Each word for ‘stop’ is dependent on a number of things, like the context, or what is stopping and how. Words for stop in Japanese are situational. The kanji you use to write it also gives a clue … Read more

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It’s Your Lucky Day! How to Say Good Luck In Japanese

by Thea Ongchua

How do you wish someone good luck in Japanese?  Saying the phrase ganbatte (頑張って / がんばって) or ganbare (頑張れ / がんばれ) is the most common way to do it. Its original meaning is ‘to persevere’. Just recently, I was preparing for an internship interview at a Japanese company, so I asked for corrections from my … Read more

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Is Japanese A Tonal Language?

by Francesca Rex-Horoi

The short answer is: No, Japanese is not a tonal language. Rather than being a tonal language, Japanese is considered a ‘pitch-accent language’. You might be wondering why. If you’re interested in finding out more, read on for the long answer too! What is a tonal language?  Before looking at why Japanese is not a … Read more

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How to Say Dog In Japanese {Total Guide to Japanese Dog Vocabulary}

by Thea Ongchua
a japanese shiba inu dog smiling on a yellow background

Who’s a good boy? The best feeling in the world is coming to a happy doggo, tail wagging after eagerly awaiting its hooman’s return! Inu (犬 / いぬ) is the word for dog in Japanese, while koinu (子犬 / こいぬ) is the Japanese word for puppy. Japan is home to popular native breeds like the … Read more

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How to Say Cat in Japanese (+ More Cute Japanese Cat Words!)

by Thea Ongchua
a japanese matcha latte with cat foam art

Nya-ice to meet you! If you love cats and Japan, you’ve come to the right place!  From Hello Kitty to maneki neko figurines that wave at you nonstop from shop windows, or even cat cafes for ailurophile foodies – there’s something cat people will love. The word for cat in Japanese is neko (猫 / … Read more

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Japanese Terms Of Endearment: Cute Nicknames for Lovers and Friends!

by Thea Ongchua
Japanese lovers sitting close and smiling happily

Do you have a Japanese boyfriend or girlfriend and want to take it to the next level by calling them by a sweet, cute nickname? If you’re stuck on what to call your lover in Japanese, this is the guide for you! Terms of endearment work uniquely in Japan because of its formal and introverted … Read more

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How to Say Cool In Japanese (Kakkoii and Beyond)

by Thea Ongchua
cool japanese man wearing sunglasses

‘Cool’ is a very flexible word in the English language. It can be used to describe someone’s fashion sense, action movie stunts, or a gift you received from a friend. It’s also used as a response in agreement to something or someone: ‘Let’s head to the amusement park.’ ‘Cool!’ The most popular Japanese word for … Read more

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17 Funny Japanese Words and Phrases to Make You Laugh

by Thea Ongchua
a smiling funny japanese shiba dog

Feeling like your Japanese learning is getting a little ho-hum? Let’s take a break from all the grammar and daily vocabulary. The best part of learning a new language is the funny words! Some of these Japanese words and phrases have a funny sound, or mean something funny when translated into English. There are a … Read more

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