Studying Japanese Ep.894

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Key Expressions and Meanings

This episode introduces common phrases that are used to express permission, time, and the idea of paying for things. These expressions are essential for understanding how to talk about ongoing actions, costs, and responsibilities.


Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)

Expression 1: いいでしょ

Japaneseいいでしょ
English (US)It’s okay
English (UK)It’s okay
Korean괜찮아
Hindiयह ठीक है
FrenchC’est bon
GermanEs ist okay
SpanishEstá bien
Portuguese (BR)Está tudo bem
ItalianVa bene
DutchHet is oké
VietnameseKhông sao
Thaiโอเค

Meaning & Usage

  • いいでしょ: A phrase used to indicate that something is acceptable or okay. It’s often used when seeking approval or permission, or to affirm something.

Example Sentence

  • いいでしょ: “ここに座っていいでしょ?” (It’s okay to sit here, right?)

Expression 2: その間の

Japaneseその間の
English (US)In the meantime
English (UK)In the meantime
Korean그동안
Hindiइस बीच .
FrenchPendant ce temps
GermanIn der Zwischenzeit
SpanishMientras tanto
Portuguese (BR)Enquanto isso
ItalianNel frattempo
DutchOndertussen
VietnameseTrong lúc đó
Thaiในระหว่างนั้น

Meaning & Usage

  • その間の: Refers to the period of time between two events, often used to talk about things that happen while waiting for something else to occur.

Example Sentence

  • その間の: “その間の時間で少し休もう。” (Let’s rest for a bit in the meantime.)

Expression 3: 食費や光熱費

Japanese食費や光熱費
English (US)Food and Utilities
English (UK)Food and Utilities
Korean식비나 공과금
Hindiखाद्य और उपयोगिता
FrenchNourriture et services publics
GermanLebensmittel und Versorgungsleistungen
SpanishComida y servicios públicos
Portuguese (BR)Alimentação e utilidades
ItalianCibo e utenze
DutchVoedsel en nutsvoorzieningen
VietnameseThực phẩm và tiện ích
Thaiค่าใช้จ่ายอาหารและค่าสาธารณูปโภค

Meaning & Usage

  • 食費や光熱費: Refers to the costs of food and utility bills. It’s often used when discussing household expenses.

Example Sentence

  • 食費や光熱費: “食費や光熱費を節約する方法を考えなきゃ。” (I need to think about ways to save on food and utilities.)

Expression 4: 誰が払ってるかわかってるの?

Japanese誰が払ってるかわかってるの?
English (US)Do you know who’s paying?
English (UK)Do you know who’s paying?
Korean누가 지불하는지 아니?
Hindiतुमसे पता है कि कौन भुगतान कर रहा है?
FrenchTu sais qui paie ?
GermanWeißt du, wer bezahlt?
Spanish¿Sabes quién está pagando?
Portuguese (BR)Você sabe quem está pagando?
ItalianSai chi sta pagando?
DutchWeet je wie betaalt?
VietnameseBạn có biết ai đang trả tiền không?
Thaiคุณรู้ไหมว่าใครจ่าย?

Meaning & Usage

  • 誰が払ってるかわかってるの?: A question asking if someone knows who is responsible for paying. It’s often used when discussing finances or making payments.

Example Sentence

  • 誰が払ってるかわかってるの?: “このランチ代、誰が払ってるかわかってるの?” (Do you know who’s paying for lunch?)

Final Note

This episode covers phrases commonly used in day-to-day situations involving personal responsibilities, costs, and permissions. Mastering these expressions will help you navigate conversations involving finances and general communication in both formal and informal settings.