The Most Basic Japanese: All You Need To Know To Get By

Are you planning a trip to Japan or interested in learning the basics of Japanese? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential phrases and vocabulary you need to survive and communicate in Japan. From greetings to ordering food, this article will help you navigate through the Japanese language with ease.

Greetings and s

The first step in any language is to learn how to greet people. In Japanese, there are different ways to greet someone depending on the time of day. Here are the most common greetings you should know:

• Ohayō gozaimasu (Good morning) - This greeting is used until around 10 AM.
• Konnichiwa (Hello) - This is a general greeting used throughout the day.
• Konbanwa (Good evening) - Use this greeting after 6 PM.
• Oyasumi nasai (Good night) - Use this when saying goodbye before going to bed.

Basic Phrases

Apart from greetings, knowing some basic phrases will greatly help you during your trip. Here are a few essential phrases to keep in mind:

The Most Basic Japanese - All You Need to Know to Get By (Most Basic Languages)

by James McGlasson(Kindle Edition)

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Language	:	English
Paperback	:	158 pages
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Dimensions	:	6.14 x 1.13 x 9.21 inches
File size	:	321 KB
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• Sumimasen (Excuse me) - Use this phrase to get someone's attention or apologize.
• Arigatō gozaimasu (Thank you) - This is a polite way to express gratitude.
• Gomen nasai (I'm sorry) - Use this phrase to apologize for something.

Ordering Food

One of the highlights of visiting Japan is trying out the delicious local cuisine. Here are some useful phrases to help you navigate a Japanese menu:

• すみません、メニューを見せてください。(Sumimasen, menyū o misete kudasai) - Excuse me, may I see the menu?
• ______ をお願いします。(______ o onegaishimasu) - I would like to have ______, please.
• おいしいですね！(Oishii desu ne!) - It's delicious!
• お勘定お願いします。(Okanjō onegaishimasu) - May I have the bill, please?

Transportation

Getting around in Japan is made easy with an extensive public transportation system. Here are some phrases that will help you navigate through the transportation options:

• 駅はどこですか？(Eki wa doko desu ka?) - Where is the train station?
• このバスは (destination) に行きますか？(Kono basu wa (destination) ni ikimasu ka?) - Does this bus go to (destination)?
• いくらですか？ (Ikura desu ka?) - How much does it cost?
• 降りる場所でお願いします。(Oriru basho de onegaishimasu) - Please let me off at the next stop.

Shopping

Japanese shopping culture is unique and offers a wide range of options. Here are some phrases that will come in handy during your shopping spree:

• いくらですか？ (Ikura desu ka?) - How much does it cost?
• これは何ですか？ (Kore wa nan desu ka?) - What is this?
• 大きさはありますか？ (Ōkisa wa arimasu ka?) - Do you have a larger size?
• クレジットカードは使えますか？ (Kurejitto kādo wa tsukaemasu ka?) - Can I use a credit card?

Learning the basics of Japanese will greatly enhance your travel experience and help you immerse yourself in the rich culture of the country. From greetings to ordering food and navigating transportation, this guide has covered the essential phrases you need to get by. It's time to dive into the world of Japanese language and explore Japan with confidence!

The Most Basic Japanese - All You Need to Know to Get By (Most Basic Languages)

by James McGlasson(Kindle Edition)

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
Paperback	:	158 pages
Item Weight	:	1.99 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 1.13 x 9.21 inches
File size	:	321 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	100 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Hardcover	:	522 pages

FREE

‘The Most Basic Japanese’ teaches all the language you need to survive, enabling you to learn everything you need simply and effortlessly.

This booklet gives you all of the grammar and phrases you need to get by in the country, and is presented in a simple way.

It is structured in a way that you can work through the chapters, to pick up the basic language and grammar rules.

It begins with the very simple (10 most useful phrases for a newcomer),then builds on this in easy stages to give you the language and tools needed to get to grips with speaking Basic Japanese.

With this book, you will already have picked up a great deal of the language and grammar, be able to make basic conversation converse with the locals and build your own sentences and phrases with the language given.

The book is useful, just as the title states, as 'all you need to get by' when travelling or living in the country, or as a primer for learning more advanced Japanese (i.e. to give you the basics so that you can then move onto the more advanced).

You will also find ‘The Most Basic Japanese’ an invaluable tool to keep with you for its simple presentation of the language needed for various situations – e.g. in a taxi, restaurant, bar or shop.

Good luck and safe travels!

NB. Similar books are also available for Chinese, Vietnamese & Lithuanian: If relevant to you, you can look for: "The Most Basic (language) - All You Need to Know to Get By".