Studying Japanese Ep.885

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Key Expressions and Meanings

This episode focuses on expressions used to suggest or explain reasons behind decisions or preferences. These phrases are useful when you’re explaining why something might be more effective or beneficial.


Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)

Expression 1: その方が

Japaneseその方が
English (US)That way
English (UK)That way
Korean그 편이
Hindiउस तरफ
FrenchDe cette façon
GermanAuf diese Weise
SpanishDe esa manera
Portuguese (BR)Dessa forma
ItalianIn questo modo
DutchOp deze manier
VietnameseTheo cách đó
Thaiทางนั้น

Meaning & Usage

  • その方が: This expression is used to suggest or prefer one way or method over another. It implies that something is better or more effective than the alternative.

Example Sentence

  • その方が: “その方が効率的だと思うよ。” (I think that way is more efficient.)

Expression 2: 勉強もっと捗ると思うからいや

Japanese勉強もっと捗ると思うからいや
English (US)I think I will make more progress in my studies
English (UK)I think I will make more progress in my studies
Korean공부에 더 도움이 될거같아
Hindiमुझे लगता है कि मैं अपनी पढ़ाई में और अधिक प्रगति करूंगा।
FrenchJe pense que je vais progresser davantage dans mes études
GermanIch denke, ich werde mehr Fortschritte in meinem Studium machen
SpanishCreo que haré más progreso en mis estudios
Portuguese (BR)Acho que farei mais progresso nos meus estudos
ItalianPenso che farò più progressi nei miei studi
DutchIk denk dat ik meer vooruitgang zal boeken in mijn studie
VietnameseTôi nghĩ tôi sẽ tiến bộ hơn trong việc học của mình
Thaiฉันคิดว่าฉันจะพัฒนาการเรียนได้มากขึ้น

Meaning & Usage

  • 勉強もっと捗ると思うからいや: This phrase expresses the belief that a certain action or method will help improve one’s progress in studying. It emphasizes the potential benefits of focusing or changing the approach.

Example Sentence

  • 勉強もっと捗ると思うからいや: “この方法を使うと、勉強もっと捗ると思うからいや。” (I think this method will help me make more progress in my studies.)

Final Note

This episode highlights expressions used to explain the reasons behind preferences or decisions, especially when discussing the benefits of different approaches. Mastering these expressions will help you explain your reasoning naturally and clearly.