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Key Expressions and Meanings
This episode highlights expressions used for denial, offering reassurance, and explaining prior commitments. These expressions are useful for everyday conversations when clarifying situations or expressing politeness.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1: いいえ
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | いいえ |
| English (US) | No |
| English (UK) | No |
| Korean | 아니에요 |
| French | Non |
| German | Nein |
| Spanish | No |
| Portuguese (BR) | Não |
| Hindi | नहीं |
| Indonesian | Tidak |
| Vietnamese | Không |
| Thai | ไม่ |
Meaning & Usage
A simple and direct way to say “no” in Japanese. It is used in both casual and formal situations to decline or negate something.
Example Sentence
いいえ、大丈夫です。
No, it’s okay.
Expression 2: 大丈夫です
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 大丈夫です |
| English (US) | That’s all right |
| English (UK) | That’s all right |
| Korean | 괜찮습니다 |
| French | Ça va |
| German | Es ist in Ordnung |
| Spanish | Está bien |
| Portuguese (BR) | Está tudo bem |
| Hindi | यह ठीक है |
| Indonesian | Tidak masalah |
| Vietnamese | Không sao |
| Thai | ไม่เป็นไร |
Meaning & Usage
This expression is used to reassure someone that everything is fine or to say that something is acceptable. It’s a versatile phrase used in both casual and formal contexts.
Example Sentence
心配しないで、大丈夫です。
Don’t worry, it’s all right.
Expression 3: 会う約束をしてまして..
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 会う約束をしてまして.. |
| English (US) | I had an appointment with him.. |
| English (UK) | I had an appointment with him.. |
| Korean | 그와 약속이 있어서요.. |
| French | J’avais un rendez-vous avec lui.. |
| German | Ich hatte einen Termin mit ihm.. |
| Spanish | Tenía una cita con él.. |
| Portuguese (BR) | Eu tinha um compromisso com ele.. |
| Hindi | मैं उसके साथ एक मुलाकात थी .. |
| Indonesian | Saya ada janji dengan dia.. |
| Vietnamese | Tôi đã có cuộc hẹn với anh ấy.. |
| Thai | ฉันมีนัดกับเขา.. |
Meaning & Usage
A phrase used when explaining that you had a prior engagement or commitment to meet someone. It’s often used to politely excuse yourself or explain why you are late or unable to attend.
Example Sentence
すみません、会う約束をしてまして遅れました。
Sorry, I had an appointment with him and was late.
Final Note
This episode showcases useful expressions for polite denial, offering reassurance, and explaining prior commitments. Understanding and using these phrases will help you navigate a variety of social interactions in Japanese.
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