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Key Expressions and Meanings
This episode introduces expressions that inquire about someone’s fears and the reason behind an apology. These phrases are useful in understanding the emotions and reactions of others in daily conversations.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1: 何そんなビビってんの?
| Japanese | 何そんなビビってんの? |
|---|---|
| English (US) | What are you scared of? |
| English (UK) | What are you scared of? |
| Korean | 뭐야, 무서워? |
| Hindi | तुम्हें किस बात से डर लगता है? |
| French | De quoi as-tu peur ? |
| German | Wovor hast du Angst? |
| Spanish | ¿De qué tienes miedo? |
| Portuguese (BR) | Do que você tem medo? |
| Italian | Di cosa hai paura? |
| Dutch | Waar ben je bang voor? |
| Vietnamese | Bạn sợ điều gì vậy? |
| Thai | คุณกลัวอะไร? |
Meaning & Usage
- 何そんなビビってんの?: This casual and slightly teasing phrase is used to ask why someone is afraid or scared. It’s often used among friends in a playful or lighthearted manner.
Example Sentence
- 何そんなビビってんの?: “何そんなビビってんの? ちょっと怖いだけだよ。” (What are you scared of? It’s just a little scary.)
Expression 2: なんで謝るの?
| Japanese | なんで謝るの? |
|---|---|
| English (US) | Why are you apologizing? |
| English (UK) | Why are you apologizing? |
| Korean | 왜 사과하는 거지? |
| Hindi | आप माफी क्यों मांग रहे हैं? |
| French | Pourquoi tu t’excuses ? |
| German | Warum entschuldigst du dich? |
| Spanish | ¿Por qué te disculpas? |
| Portuguese (BR) | Por que está se desculpando? |
| Italian | Perché ti stai scusando? |
| Dutch | Waarom bied je je excuses aan? |
| Vietnamese | Tại sao bạn xin lỗi? |
| Thai | ทำไมคุณถึงขอโทษ? |
Meaning & Usage
- なんで謝るの?: This phrase is used when questioning the reason for someone’s apology. It can imply confusion or surprise if the apology seems unnecessary or excessive.
Example Sentence
- なんで謝るの?: “なんで謝るの? そんなこと気にしなくていいよ。” (Why are you apologizing? You don’t need to worry about that.)
Final Note
This episode introduces two useful phrases for addressing fear and questioning an apology. Both expressions are essential for engaging with others in informal settings, especially when you’re trying to understand someone’s feelings or actions.
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