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Travel Phrases

Say it like you mean it in Japan.

The same 149 phrases as the mobile app, grouped by situation. Tap the speaker to hear each one.

こんにちは

Polite

konnichiwa

Hello

ℹ️Pronunciation Tip: The final character is written as 'は' (ha) but pronounced as 'wa' because it functions as the topic marker particle.

おはようございます

ohayou gozaimasu

Good morning

こんばんは

konbanwa

Good evening

さようなら

sayounara

Goodbye

おやすみなさい

oyasuminasai

Good night

ありがとうございます

Polite

arigatou gozaimasu

Thank you

💡Culture NoteStandard polite gratitude. When expressing deep appreciation to staff or elders, it is customary to accompany it with a slight bow.

どういたしまして

dou itashimashite

You're welcome

すみません

Polite

sumimasen

Excuse me / Sorry

💡Culture NoteJapan's most versatile social word! It functions as 'Excuse me' to grab a waiter's attention, 'Thank you' for small favors, or 'Sorry' for minor bumps.

ごめんなさい

gomennasai

I'm sorry

はじめまして

hajimemashite

Nice to meet you

よろしくお願いします

yoroshiku onegaishimasu

Pleased to meet you

お元気ですか

ogenki desu ka

How are you?

お願いします

onegaishimasu

Please

大丈夫です

daijoubu desu

It's okay

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