A little can go a long way when you’re a beginner, and the Rocket Japanese team wants you to feel comfortable around native speakers right from the start. We’ll show you the difference between formal and informal expressions, so you can be sure you’re using the right tone for the situation.
Resources for further reading:
- Improve your Japanese pronunciation - Tips to learning Japanese fast
Pronouncing Polite Japanese Words
Practice Your Pronunciation With Rocket Record
Listen carefully to the audio and practice saying the Japanese phrases aloud—you’ll have these mastered in no time! Just as in your native language, speaking to Japanese people in a polite manner will win you friends and gain you respect, so it’s worth making the effort!
That’s it for today’s lesson.
If you want more lessons on Japanese salutations then I recommend that you check out the following:
- Saying sorry in Japanese.
- Being able to say thank you in Japanese is essential for a great Japanese experience!
- Using the word welcome in Japanese.
さようなら！ (Sayōnara!) "Goodbye!"
Sayaka Matsuura: Rocket Japanese