If you’re an advanced Japanese learner, you’ve likely come across the unique, gruff way yakuza characters speak in movies, dramas, or even anime. The yakuza way of speaking is a stylized version of Japanese that emphasizes masculinity, toughness, and dominance. It’s fascinating and rich in linguistic nuance, making it a great exercise for advanced learners. […]
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The grammar point “〜てみる” (te miru) is a useful construction for intermediate Japanese learners. It combines the て-form of a verb with the verb “みる” (to see/look) to express the idea of “trying to do something” or “doing something to see what happens.” What is てみる? The grammar point 〜てみる combines the て-form of a […]
In Japanese grammar, “〜たところで” (ta tokorode) is a phrase that means “even if an action or a state were realized” or often (to put it even more simply) just “even if”. It suggests that even if the action were to occur, the result would not change. Here’s how to use “〜たところで” in a sentence: Note: […]
In Japanese, the grammar pattern “〜てみせる” (te miseru) is used to express a strong determination or intention to perform an action and show the result or outcome to someone. It is formed by combining the te-form of a verb with “みせる” (miseru), which means “to show” or “to display,” as explained in the previous answer. […]
In Japanese grammar, “〜んとする” (n to suru) is a phrase that means for “someone to try to do” or for “something to be about to occur.” It is very often used to describe an action that someone is attempting to do or is in the process of doing. Here’s a few examples of 〜んとする in […]
In Japanese grammar, “〜そうになる” (sou ni naru) is a phrase that means “for something to almost happen” or “to be about to happen.” It is very often used to describe a situation in which something looks like it’s about to happen. Here’s a few examples of 〜そうになる in action: Bonus: The phrase “そうになる” is often […]