2d • General discussion
Ocha and Chat this Sunday!!
Ocha and Chat is this Sunday and we'll discuss formal vs informal phrases - a key concept for sounding natural.
For example, many beginners assume everyone says さようなら (sayōnara) all the time.
In reality, Japanese friends often use other expressions.
じゃあね
Jaa ne "See ya."
Very common and friendly.
またね
Mata ne "See you."
Probably one of the most common ways to say goodbye to friends.
またあとで
Mata ato de "See you later."
Used when you'll see them again later that day.
またあした
Mata ashita "See you tomorrow."
バイバイ
Baibai "Bye-bye."
Very common, especially among younger people and families.
おつかれさま
Otsukaresama "Good work today."
Often used when leaving work, club activities, or a group activity.
おつかれ
Otsukare A more casual version used with friends and close colleagues.
じゃ、また
Ja, mata "See you."
Short, natural, and common in conversation.
またこんど
Mata kondo "See you next time."
Can you make Ocha and Chat this weekend?
Mata kondo!
Joe Sensei.
I can join the live call.
I can't make it.
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Ocha and Chat this Sunday!!
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