Japanese: Basic Greetings & Phrases
Essential Japanese greetings and everyday phrases for beginners.
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How do you say 'Good morning' politely in Japanese?
Ohayou gozaimasu (おはようございます)
What is the standard Japanese greeting for 'Good afternoon' or 'Hello'?
Konnichiwa (こんにちは)
How do you say 'Good evening' in Japanese?
Konbanwa (こんばんは)
What is the polite way to say 'Thank you'?
Arigatou gozaimasu (ありがとうございます)
Which phrase is used for both 'Excuse me' and a light 'I'm sorry'?
Sumimasen (すみません)
What is the formal Japanese word for 'Goodbye'?
Sayounara (さようなら)
How do you say 'Good night' before going to bed?
Oyasuminasai (おやすみなさい)
What phrase is used specifically when meeting someone for the very first time?
Hajimemashite (はじめまして)
What do Japanese people say before they start eating a meal?
Itadakimasu (いただきます)
What is the polite phrase said after finishing a meal?
Gochisousama deshita (ごちそうさまでした)
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