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Key Expressions and Meanings
In this episode, we have a commonly used expression that is great for casual conversations when you want to know what’s going on with someone. This is typically used when you’re curious about why someone is behaving in a particular way or if they’re upset.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression: どうしたの?
| Japanese | どうしたの? |
|---|---|
| English (US) | What happened? |
| English (UK) | What happened? |
| Korean | 왜 그래? |
| Hindi | क्या हुआ? |
| French | Que s’est-il passé ? |
| German | Was ist passiert? |
| Spanish | ¿Qué pasó? |
| Portuguese (BR) | O que aconteceu? |
| Italian | Cosa è successo? |
| Dutch | Wat is er gebeurd? |
| Vietnamese | Chuyện gì đã xảy ra? |
| Thai | เกิดอะไรขึ้น? |
Meaning & Usage
- どうしたの?: This is a casual, common way of asking someone what happened. It’s typically used when you sense something is wrong or when you want to know why someone is upset, acting strange, or if you’ve noticed a change in behavior.
Example Sentence
- “どうしたの? 元気がないね。” (What happened? You don’t look well.)
Final Note
どうしたの? is a versatile and useful expression for initiating a conversation about something troubling someone or inquiring about a situation. It’s great for both informal settings with friends or family and when you want to check in on someone who might not seem themselves.
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