This phrase is used to humbly say that things are going well thanks to others. It’s often translated as: “Thanks to you.”or “Fortunately.” But the deeper meaning is closer to: “Thanks to everyone’s help.” It can express: Gratitude toward others Saying things are going well Recognizing support from people around you Examples Someone asks how you are doing→ Okagesama de genki desu.(“I’m doing well, thanks to you.”) Talking about success→ Okagesama de umaku itteimasu.(“It’s going well thanks to everyone.”) Cultural Insight Japanese culture often emphasizes humility and gratitude.Instead of saying “I did it,” people may say “okagesama de” to recognize the support of others.

This phrase is used when someone is sick or not feeling well. It’s often translated as: “Take care.”or “Get well soon.” But the deeper meaning is closer to: “Please take good care of yourself.” It can express: Wishing someone a quick recovery Speaking to someone who is sick Showing concern for someone’s health Examples A coworker says they have a cold→ Odaiji ni. Someone leaves work because they feel sick→ Odaiji ni shite kudasai. At the doctor’s office, doctors often say→ Odaiji ni. Cultural Insight In Japan, expressing care and concern for others’ health is very common in daily conversation. Saying odaiji ni shows kindness and empathy. Question What do people say in your language when someone is sick or not feeling well?

This word is often used in conversations when you suddenly understand something. It’s usually translated as: 👉 “I see.” But it can also mean: 👉 “That makes sense.” It can express: 💡 “I understand now.”🤔 “That explains it.”👍 “Ah, I see what you mean.” Examples Someone explains something complicated→ Naruhodo! Learning something new→ Naruhodo, wakarimashita. Hearing an interesting idea→ Naruhodo. Cultural Insight In Japan, showing that you are listening and understanding during conversations is very important. Words like naruhodo help keep communication smooth. Question What do people say in your language when something suddenly makes sense?

Translate the sentence into English. 私は日本語を勉強しますRomaji: Watashi wa nihongo o benkyou shimasu → ___ 彼は水を飲みますRomaji: Kare wa mizu o nomimasu → ___ 私は学校へ行きますRomaji: Watashi wa gakkou e ikimasu → ___ 彼女は本を読みますRomaji: Kanojo wa hon o yomimasu → ___ 私たちは映画を見ますRomaji: Watashitachi wa eiga o mimasu → ___ Bonus Write your own sentence with 食べます

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