Kafe de deeto Two particles used to express placesSome words that express different places NI DE point place, instrumental “ni” and “de” “NI” “ni” is a versatile particle in Japanese that serves several functions. Primarily, it is used to indicate specific places or points, much like how “at” is used in English. For example, when […]
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Koko kara asoko made Here, you will learn about particles that enrich sentence expression in Japanese. In this lesson, we will focus on the particles “kara” and “made”. KARA MADE Indicates the starting point or reason (from, since) Indicates the endpoint or limit (until, to) “kara” and “made” “kara” “kara” means a starting point. Toukyou
Yume ga arimasu 2 verbs for existenceOne for inanimate objects, one for animate beings In Japanese, the verbs “aru” and “iru” both express existence, but they are used in different contexts based on whether the subject is an animate or inanimate entity. ARU IRU Dictionary-form (aff-short) aru iru Stem ar i Affirmative-long form arimasu imasu
Firipin e ikimasu In this lesson, we will delve into particles that enhance the richness of sentence expression: “O” and “E”. These particles play crucial roles in Japanese grammar, indicating the direct object and direction or destination, respectively. WA GA O NI E DE NO Topic subject object point direction place, instrumental ‘s, of Particles
Kakimasu Changing dictionary forms into affirmative long formsChanging dictionary forms into negative long forms In this lesson, we will create long form verbs using stems from the previous lesson. Remember, long form verbs are used in formal settings such as public places, business environments, and with unfamiliar people, rather than with friends. Below is a
kaku, kiku, hanasu Understanding dictionary forms3 types of verbsMaking stems from dictionary forms Forms of verbs The Japanese verbs have two main forms: the short form and the long form. The short form is primarily used for making statements and is commonly employed when talking to people with whom you have a close relationship, such