Studying Japanese Ep.866

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Key Expressions and Meanings

This episode introduces expressions that are used in everyday situations to refer to time and ask for confirmation about something. These phrases are helpful in conversations when talking about the present or confirming if something is acceptable.


Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)

Expression 1: 今

Japanese
English (US)Now
English (UK)Now
Korean지금
Hindiअब
FrenchMaintenant
GermanJetzt
SpanishAhora
Portuguese (BR)Agora
ItalianOra
DutchNu
VietnameseBây giờ
Thaiตอนนี้

Meaning & Usage

  • : A basic and commonly used word for “now.” It refers to the present moment and is used in a variety of contexts when discussing time or events happening currently.

Example Sentence

  • : “今、何時ですか?” (What time is it now?)

Expression 2: いいから?

Japaneseいいから?
English (US)Is that all right?
English (UK)Is that all right?
Korean괜찮나요?
Hindiक्या यह ठीक है?
FrenchEst-ce que ça va ?
GermanIst das in Ordnung?
Spanish¿Está bien?
Portuguese (BR)Está tudo bem?
ItalianVa bene?
DutchIs het goed?
VietnameseCó được không?
Thaiมันโอเคไหม?

Meaning & Usage

  • いいから?: This is a casual way of asking if something is acceptable or okay. It’s used to confirm whether what you’re proposing or suggesting is fine with the other person.

Example Sentence

  • いいから?: “これでいいから?” (Is this all right?)

Final Note

This episode introduces phrases used to talk about the present time and confirm if something is acceptable. These expressions are essential for clear and effective communication in everyday situations.