How do you say yes in Japanese informal?
‘Yes’ in Japanese is はい (hai), but you often hear わかりました (wakarimashita) which literally means ‘I understand’ or ‘OK, I agree. ‘ However, in informal situations, it is also acceptable to say OK です (it’s OK) and, particularly amongst friends, you can utter ええ (ee).
What is densha?
電車 (densha) = train.
What does yes mean in Tokyo?
Whether in a negotiation or in a casual discussion, understand that when Japanese people say “Yes” they indicate that they are listening and understand what you are saying. It does not mean that they necessarily agree with you. It sometimes translates as “I do not know”.
What is Machi Japanese?
(Entry 1 of 2) : a Japanese town or commercial center especially : the lowest administrative division which is coordinate with the purely rural mura. machi. noun (2)
What is mukae in Japanese?
Romaji: mukaeru. Type: Verb. Meaning: to go out to meet; to receive; to welcome; to greet; to salute; to hail; to accept (e.g. as a member of a group)
What is Kekko desu mean?
That is good
When a salesman offers something and you like it, you can say “Kekko-desu” or “Ii-desu” meaning “That is good”.
What do you call the subway in Japan?
地下鉄 chikatetsu or メトロ metro for the underground / subway (サブウェイ subway actually refers to the fast food chain which is everywhere in Japan). The railway lines of greater Tokyo, as in the rest of Japan, are unique in that they are shared by many companies, which are set out in detail below.
Are there still trains and subways in Tokyo?
Trains and the subway are still the main means of transportation in Tokyo and its outskirts, and they crisscross the city with the utmost reliability – well almost.
Can you understand 50% of all Japanese words?
Yes, you read that right. With only about 100 words under your belt, you can understand about 50% of all Japanese you hear or read — if you choose the right words! Starting off by learning the core Japanese words can be an incredible tool to reach fluency faster.
What to talk about in Japanese with locals?
The weather is probably a common topic where you live and in Japanese it’s no different. Being able to talk about the weather in Japanese can be a wonderful ice-breaker when chatting to locals. There’s a solid 45 audio phrases to learn in this lesson!