✅ Learn how to invite someone naturally in Japanese
✅ Understand the nuances of welcoming someone politely or casually
✅ Subtitles in 12 languages help you grasp tone and expression
This episode focuses on expressions related to inviting and welcoming someone. The first phrase, 「次はうち来る」, is casual and friendly—perfect among friends. The second, 「どうぞ, 私の家にようこそ」, is more polite and warm, often used to show hospitality. Both reflect the Japanese sense of social connection and subtle politeness.
Key Expressions and Meanings
These expressions show two levels of formality in Japanese invitations: casual and polite. They reveal how Japanese speakers adapt tone depending on their relationship with the listener.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1
次はうち来る
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 次はうち来る |
| English (US) | Next time, come to my place. |
| English (UK) | Next time, come over to mine. |
| Korean | 다음엔 우리 집에 와. |
| French | La prochaine fois, viens chez moi. |
| German | Komm das nächste Mal zu mir. |
| Spanish | La próxima vez, ven a mi casa. |
| Portuguese (BR) | Da próxima vez, vem na minha casa. |
| Hindi | अगली बार मेरे घर आना। |
| Indonesian | Lain kali, datang ke rumahku ya. |
| Vietnamese | Lần sau đến nhà tớ nhé. |
| Thai | ครั้งหน้า มาที่บ้านฉันสิ |
Meaning & Usage
This casual invitation is used among friends or close acquaintances. It’s warm and natural, often said after hanging out, suggesting a friendly continuation next time. The nuance feels open and comfortable rather than formal.
Example Sentence
次はうち来る？一緒にご飯作ろうよ。
Next time, come to my place. Let’s cook together.
Expression 2
どうぞ, 私の家にようこそ
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | どうぞ, 私の家にようこそ |
| English (US) | Please, welcome to my home. |
| English (UK) | Please, welcome to my house. |
| Korean | 어서 오세요, 제 집에 오신 걸 환영합니다. |
| French | Bienvenue chez moi, entrez donc. |
| German | Willkommen in meinem Haus, bitte treten Sie ein. |
| Spanish | Bienvenido a mi casa, por favor entra. |
| Portuguese (BR) | Seja bem-vindo à minha casa, por favor entre. |
| Hindi | कृपया, मेरे घर में आपका स्वागत है। |
| Indonesian | Silakan, selamat datang di rumah saya. |
| Vietnamese | Mời vào, chào mừng bạn đến nhà tôi. |
| Thai | เชิญค่ะ ยินดีต้อนรับเข้าสู่บ้านของฉัน |
Meaning & Usage
This polite phrase is used when welcoming a guest formally. The word 「どうぞ」 invites someone to enter or feel at ease, while 「ようこそ」 expresses warm hospitality. It’s commonly used when hosting guests or in customer service contexts.
Example Sentence
どうぞ、私の家にようこそ。くつろいでくださいね。
Please, welcome to my home. Make yourself comfortable.
Final Note
The contrast between 「次はうち来る」 and 「どうぞ, 私の家にようこそ」 demonstrates how tone and context affect Japanese communication. The first is casual and friendly, ideal for peers, while the second is formal and courteous, showing respect and warmth. Learning to switch naturally between these levels helps you sound more authentic and culturally aware in Japanese.