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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.