Studying Japanese Ep.659

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Key Expressions and Meanings

This episode focuses on expressions used to describe difficulty, acknowledge gratitude, check on someone’s well-being, and show appreciation for hard work. These are common phrases used in daily life and professional settings.

Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)

Expression 1: でも結構大変そうなんだよね

LanguageTranslation
Japaneseでも結構大変そうなんだよね
English (US)But it seems pretty difficult
English (UK)But it seems pretty difficult
Korean어려울거같은데요..
FrenchMais ça a l’air assez difficile
GermanAber es scheint ziemlich schwierig zu sein
SpanishPero parece bastante difícil
Portuguese (BR)Mas parece bem difícil
Hindiलेकिन यह काफी मुश्किल लग रहा है।
IndonesianTapi sepertinya cukup sulit
VietnameseNhưng có vẻ khá khó khăn
Thaiแต่มันดูเหมือนจะค่อนข้างยากนะ

Meaning & Usage

A phrase used when expressing that something seems challenging or difficult. It’s often used to acknowledge the effort or complexity of a task or situation.

Example Sentence

でも結構大変そうなんだよね、やるしかないけど。
But it seems pretty difficult, but we have no choice but to do it.


Expression 2: ファンの人たちのおかげだなっていうのは

LanguageTranslation
Japaneseファンの人たちのおかげだなっていうのは
English (US)It’s because of our fans
English (UK)It’s because of our fans
Korean팬분들 덕분인건 알죠
FrenchC’est grâce à nos fans
GermanEs ist wegen unserer Fans
SpanishEs gracias a nuestros fans
Portuguese (BR)É por causa dos nossos fãs
Hindiयह हमारे प्रशंसकों की वजह से है
IndonesianItu karena para penggemar kami
VietnameseĐó là nhờ vào các fan của chúng tôi
Thaiมันเป็นเพราะแฟน ๆ ของเรา

Meaning & Usage

A humble expression used to acknowledge that the success or achievement is due to the support of fans or others. It conveys gratitude and recognition of those who helped.

Example Sentence

ファンの人たちのおかげだなっていうのは本当に感謝している。
It’s because of our fans, and I’m truly grateful for that.


Expression 3: え大丈夫ですか?

LanguageTranslation
Japaneseえ大丈夫ですか?
English (US)Are you all right?
English (UK)Are you all right?
Korean괜찮아요?
FrenchÇa va ?
GermanGeht’s dir gut?
Spanish¿Estás bien?
Portuguese (BR)Você está bem?
Hindiतुम ठीक हो?
IndonesianApa kamu baik-baik saja?
VietnameseBạn ổn không?
Thaiคุณโอเคไหม?

Meaning & Usage

A phrase used to check if someone is okay or if they’re feeling fine, often used when noticing something wrong or when expressing concern for someone’s well-being.

Example Sentence

え大丈夫ですか? 顔色が悪いけど。
Are you all right? You don’t look so good.


Expression 4: お疲れ様でした

LanguageTranslation
Japaneseお疲れ様でした
English (US)Thank you for your hard work
English (UK)Thank you for your hard work
Korean수고 많으셨습니다
FrenchMerci pour votre travail
GermanDanke für deine harte Arbeit
SpanishGracias por tu trabajo
Portuguese (BR)Obrigado pelo seu trabalho
Hindiमेहनत के लिए शुक्रिया।
IndonesianTerima kasih atas kerja kerasmu
VietnameseCảm ơn vì đã làm việc vất vả
Thaiขอบคุณสำหรับความเหน็ดเหนื่อย

Meaning & Usage

A polite phrase used to acknowledge someone’s effort after completing a task. It’s often said to colleagues or subordinates after work or a project is done.

Example Sentence

今日も一日、お疲れ様でした。
Thank you for your hard work today.


Final Note

This episode highlights the use of expressions that show concern, gratitude, and acknowledgment of others’ efforts. These phrases are key in maintaining positive and supportive communication.