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Key Expressions and Meanings
This episode teaches two of the most essential and commonly used expressions in Japanese daily life. You’ll see how to express “today” and “I understand” in a variety of situations.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1: 今日は
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 今日は |
| English (US) | Today |
| English (UK) | Today |
| Korean | 오늘은 |
| French | Aujourd’hui |
| German | Heute |
| Spanish | Hoy |
| Portuguese (BR) | Hoje |
| Hindi | आज |
| Indonesian | Hari ini |
| Vietnamese | Hôm nay |
| Thai | วันนี้ |
Expression 2: わかりました
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | わかりました |
| English (US) | I understand |
| English (UK) | I understand |
| Korean | 알겠어요 |
| French | Je comprends |
| German | Ich verstehe |
| Spanish | Entiendo |
| Portuguese (BR) | Eu entendo |
| Hindi | मैं समझता हूँ / समझती हूँ |
| Indonesian | Saya mengerti |
| Vietnamese | Tôi hiểu |
| Thai | ฉันเข้าใจ |
Meaning & Usage:
- 今日は means “today.” It’s often used as part of a greeting or to refer to something happening today.
- わかりました means “I understand” or “Got it.” It’s polite and frequently used in conversations with teachers, coworkers, or anyone you want to show respect to.
Example Sentence:
A: 今日は会議があります。
B: わかりました。
A: There’s a meeting today.
B: I understand.
Final Note
These two basic expressions are vital to beginner and intermediate learners alike. Practicing them will help you sound more natural and responsive in everyday situations!
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