Monthly archives: February 2007

 

 

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How to initiate a phone call in Japanese...もしもし、~ともうしますが

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Pronunciation もしもし、Tony　ともうしますが (moshi moshi, Tony to moushi masu ga) Meaning “Hello, my name is Tony” In England or USA, it is very common to call someone without introducing yourself. You would probably say “Can I talk to ~” as soon as someone answers the phone. However, this is considered rude in Japan. Start from this [...]

 

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How to answer a phone call in Japanese?...もしもし　(Moshi Moshi)

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Pronunciation もしもし　(Moshi Moshi) Meaning Hello (only used when answering phone calls. “Hello” used in greeting is different) Additional Pronunciation も-しも-し　(Mo-shi Mo-shi)You may hear this when someone is trying to get your attention.Girls may use this kind of pronunciation more often than guys.For guys, you can use it when you are trying to talk sweet with [...]

 

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How to say "Is it true?" in Japanese...ほんとうですか？(Hontou Desuka)

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Pronunciation ほんとうですか？(Hontou Desuka) Meaning Is it true? Really? Depends on the pronunciation, it can be used to express surprise or questioning with a hint of doubt. え？ほんとうですか？ (E? Hontou Desuka)…Surprise You can use this one when someone tells you he/she saw Brad Pitt on the street. え-？ほんとうですか？(E-? Hontou Desuka)…Questioning with a hint of doubt You [...]