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JLPT N5 Opposite Words by Thematic Groups
Why learn opposite words in Japanese? Because they stick together in your memory and double your vocabulary instantly. When you learn 大きい (big), learning 小さい (small) at the same time...
JLPT N5 Opposite Words by Thematic Groups
Why learn opposite words in Japanese? Because they stick together in your memory and double your vocabulary instantly. When you learn 大きい (big), learning 小さい (small) at the same time...
Understanding ため, から and ので in Japanese: Purpose and Cause
This article explains the use of the Japanese particles tame, kara, and node, highlighting their different meanings and grammatical contexts for expressing purpose and cause. It includes examples and a...
Understanding ため, から and ので in Japanese: Purpose and Cause
This article explains the use of the Japanese particles tame, kara, and node, highlighting their different meanings and grammatical contexts for expressing purpose and cause. It includes examples and a...
The different notion of stop between kanji 止 (shi/tei) and 停 (tei)
Confused about when to use 止 versus 停 in Japanese? These two kanji both relate to stopping, but they have distinct meanings that can change your message completely. While 止...
The different notion of stop between kanji 止 (shi/tei) and 停 (tei)
Confused about when to use 止 versus 停 in Japanese? These two kanji both relate to stopping, but they have distinct meanings that can change your message completely. While 止...
Understanding ほど: 5 Key Uses with Clear Alternatives
Explore the 5 main uses of the Japanese particle “ほど” for expressing comparison, intensity, proportional relationships, approximation, and reference level, each with clear and natural alternatives in everyday Japanese.
Understanding ほど: 5 Key Uses with Clear Alternatives
Explore the 5 main uses of the Japanese particle “ほど” for expressing comparison, intensity, proportional relationships, approximation, and reference level, each with clear and natural alternatives in everyday Japanese.

What's the Difference Between ある (aru) and いる (iru)?
Confused between ある and いる in Japanese? This clear comparison article shows when to use each verb, with furigana and deeper insights on meaning.
What's the Difference Between ある (aru) and いる (iru)?
Confused between ある and いる in Japanese? This clear comparison article shows when to use each verb, with furigana and deeper insights on meaning.