Nihongo

'Banzai': A Cheer for Longevity and Joy

The Japanese word banzai carries a deep-rooted history, transitioning from a wis...

How to Say "I Hope" or "I Wish" in Japanese

In Japanese, expressing hope or a wish involves using polite and indirect phrase...

Understanding "放題" in Japanese

In Japan, the term "放題" (hōdai) signifies more than just "all-you-can." It enc...

What does "desu ne" mean in Japanese?

Ever wondered why a simple phrase like "desu ne" (ですね) holds so much weight i...

Blue is Blue, Green is Blue?

The distinction between blue and green blurs in unexpected ways, revealing profo...

Understanding "いただきます" (Itadakimasu) in Japanese ...

The profound significance of "Itadakimasu" in Japanese culture, a humble express...

Fu (不) in Japanese Language

From negation and prohibition to creating antonyms and embodying cultural nuance...

Learning the Japanese Language

To learn Japanese opens a world of linguistic and cultural richness, and choosin...

From Everyday Hesitation to Profound Meanings - "Ma" in...

Various meanings and applications of the Japanese term "ma". From the subtle pau...

Wasei-eigo: Japanese-Made English Words

The linguistic blend in the Japanese language called Wasei-eigo, where Japanese ...

All About "Hiragana" (ひらがな)

Hiragana, the curvy and fluid script that forms the basis of native words and gr...

All About "Katakana" (カタカナ)

The angular script that brings foreign words, onomatopoeia, and emphasis to life...

Onomatopoeia in the Japanese Language

Discover the versatility of onomatopoeic expressions, and their cultural signifi...

Onyomi and Kunyomi: Understanding Japan's Linguistic Co...

If you're learning Japanese, you may have come across the terms "onyomi" and "ku...

Learning Kanji

Kanji can be overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be!

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