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Key Expressions and Meanings
In this episode, we explore emotionally charged and personal expressions often used in romantic or confidential situations. These phrases reflect honesty, secrecy, and emotional connections—ideal for understanding nuance in informal yet impactful conversations.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression: 入社当時から気に入ってたの
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 入社当時から気に入ってたの |
| English (US) | Liked you since day one |
| English (UK) | I’ve liked you since I joined |
| Korean | 입사 때부터 마음에 들었어 |
| Spanish | Me gustaste desde el primer día |
| German | Ich mochte dich von Anfang an |
| French | Je t’aimais bien depuis le début |
| Portuguese (BR) | Gostei de você desde o primeiro dia |
| Hindi | आपको पहले दिन से पसंद किया है। |
| Indonesian | Sudah suka kamu sejak hari pertama |
| Vietnamese | Thích bạn từ ngày đầu tiên |
| Thai | ชอบเธอตั้งแต่วันแรกที่เข้าทำงาน |
Meaning & Usage
This is an intimate confession, often heard in personal or romantic contexts. It’s used to express long-standing feelings that began upon first meeting or working together.
Example Sentence
実は、入社当時から気に入ってたの。
To be honest, I’ve liked you since I joined the company.
Expression: ほら
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ほら |
| English (US) | Look |
| English (UK) | See |
| Korean | 거봐 |
| Spanish | Mira |
| German | Sieh mal |
| French | Regarde |
| Portuguese (BR) | Olha |
| Hindi | देखिए। |
| Indonesian | Lihatlah |
| Vietnamese | Nhìn này |
| Thai | ดูสิ |
Meaning & Usage
A casual way to draw someone’s attention. Often used to emphasize a point or gesture someone to notice something.
Example Sentence
ほら、言ったとおりでしょ？
See, just like I said?
Expression: 会社の人には内緒ね
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 会社の人には内緒ね |
| English (US) | Keep it a secret from everyone at work |
| English (UK) | Don’t tell anyone at the office |
| Korean | 회사 사람들한테는 비밀이야 |
| Spanish | Que no se enteren los de la oficina |
| German | Sag es niemandem bei der Arbeit |
| French | Garde ça secret au boulot |
| Portuguese (BR) | Não conte para ninguém no trabalho |
| Hindi | काम पर हर किसी से इसे गुप्त रखें। |
| Indonesian | Rahasiakan dari orang-orang di kantor |
| Vietnamese | Đừng cho ai ở công ty biết nhé |
| Thai | อย่าบอกใครที่บริษัทนะ |
Meaning & Usage
Used to ask for discretion or to keep something confidential, especially in a professional or social setting.
Example Sentence
これは会社の人には内緒ね。
Please keep this between us—don’t tell anyone at work.
Final Note
This episode focuses on private, heartfelt, and somewhat secretive expressions. These phrases are valuable not only in romantic contexts but also in close interpersonal situations. By learning how to express affection or confidentiality naturally in Japanese, you can build stronger and more meaningful relationships in real-life communication. Keep practicing, and these expressions will come to you naturally!
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