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Key Expressions and Meanings
This episode features food-related expressions that are common in casual conversations. These phrases are useful when expressing hunger, appreciation for food, or enjoyment during meals — making them essential in everyday Japanese.
Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)
Expression 1: ハンバーガー
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ハンバーガー |
| English (US) | Hamburger |
| English (UK) | Burger |
| Korean | 햄버거 |
| French | Hamburger |
| German | Hamburger |
| Spanish | Hamburguesa |
| Portuguese (BR) | Hambúrguer |
| Hindi | हैम्बर्गर |
| Indonesian | Hamburger |
| Vietnamese | Bánh mì kẹp thịt |
| Thai | แฮมเบอร์เกอร์ |
Meaning & Usage
A loanword from English, this term is widely understood across languages. Commonly used when ordering food or talking about cravings.
Example Sentence
今日のランチはハンバーガーにしよう！
Let’s have hamburgers for lunch today!
Expression 2: 食べたいあ
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 食べたいあ |
| English (US) | I want to eat it |
| English (UK) | I’d like to eat it |
| Korean | 먹고 싶어 |
| French | Je veux le manger |
| German | Ich will es essen |
| Spanish | Quiero comerlo |
| Portuguese (BR) | Quero comer isso |
| Hindi | मैं इसे खाना चाहता हूं |
| Indonesian | Aku mau makan ini |
| Vietnamese | Mình muốn ăn cái này |
| Thai | อยากกินจังเลย |
Meaning & Usage
A casual way to express hunger or craving for something. Often said with excitement or longing.
Example Sentence
わあ、おいしそう！食べたいあ！
Wow, it looks so good! I want to eat it!
Expression 3: いただきます
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | いただきます |
| English (US) | Let’s eat |
| English (UK) | Bon appétit |
| Korean | 잘 먹겠습니다 |
| French | Bon appétit |
| German | Guten Appetit |
| Spanish | ¡Buen provecho! |
| Portuguese (BR) | Bom apetite |
| Hindi | चलो खाना खाते हैं |
| Indonesian | Mari makan |
| Vietnamese | Mời ăn nhé |
| Thai | ทานให้อร่อยนะ |
Meaning & Usage
Said before eating as a sign of gratitude. A very cultural and polite way to acknowledge the food and those who prepared it.
Example Sentence
それでは、いただきます！
Well then, let’s eat!
Expression 4: 美味しい
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
| Japanese | 美味しい |
| English (US) | Delicious |
| English (UK) | Tasty |
| Korean | 맛있다 |
| French | Délicieux |
| German | Lecker |
| Spanish | Delicioso |
| Portuguese (BR) | Delicioso |
| Hindi | स्वादिष्ट |
| Indonesian | Enak |
| Vietnamese | Ngon quá |
| Thai | อร่อยมาก |
Meaning & Usage
Used to describe the pleasant taste of food. Frequently said with joy while eating.
Example Sentence
このケーキ、美味しい！
This cake is delicious!
Final Note
These expressions are great for food lovers and essential for anyone visiting Japan or eating with locals. Using them naturally will help you bond over meals and show appreciation in a culturally respectful way.
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