gokigen japanese

level2 (N4)

How to Use V-てあげる and V-てもらう in Japanese | Giving and Receiving Actions

Learn how to use the Japanese grammar patterns V-てあげる (te ageru) and V-てもらう (te morau) to describe helping others and receiving favors. Includes examples, practice, and common mistakes.
2025.05.13
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

How to Use Kureru (くれる) in Japanese | When Someone Gives You Something

Learn how to use the Japanese verb くれる to express when someone gives you something. Understand the structure, usage, and difference from ageru and morau.
2025.05.12
level2 (N4)
Culture

Haha no Hi (母の日) – Mother’s Day in Japan, Second Sunday of May

Haha no Hi celebrates mothers across Japan on the second Sunday of May. Discover the post-WWII origins of this American-inspired event, why red carnations are the go-to gift, and how families show appreciation through sweets, handmade cards, and helping with household chores.
2025.05.12
Culture
level2 (N4)

How to Use Ageru and Morau in Japanese | Express Giving and Receiving

Learn how to use the Japanese verbs あげる and もらう to talk about giving and receiving. Understand sentence structure, perspective, and cultural context with practical examples.
2025.05.11
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

Offering Friendly Advice in Japanese: Mastering V-た + らどうですか

How to Use 〜たらどうですか in Japanese | Giving Friendly Suggestions and Advice
2025.05.10
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

Making Plans in Japanese: Expressing Intentions with V(volitional) + と思っています

Learn how to use the Japanese grammar pattern V-volitional + と思っています to express future plans or intentions. Understand the difference between と思います and と思っています with examples and common mistakes.
2025.05.09
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

Getting Ready in Japanese: Mastering V-ておく (te oku)

Learn how to use the Japanese grammar pattern V-ておく to say you’ll do something in advance or leave it as is. Understand both meanings, see real examples, and avoid common mistakes.
2025.05.08
level2 (N4)
level2 (N4)

Mastering the Japanese Volitional Form (意志形): Casual Invitations and Suggestions

Learn how to use the Japanese volitional form (意志形) to casually say “Let's go” or “Shall we eat?” in Japanese. This guide includes conjugation rules, examples, and common mistakes for JLPT N4 learners.
2025.05.07
level2 (N4)
Culture

Kodomo no Hi (こどもの日) – Japan’s Children’s Day (May 5th) Traditions, Symbols & Golden Week Fun

Kodomo no Hi crowns Golden Week with flying carp streamers, samurai dolls, and sweet kashiwa mochi. Discover the holiday’s history, must‑see events, and how Japanese families celebrate children’s health and happiness.
2025.05.06
Culture
level2 (N4)

How to Qualify Nouns with Sentences in Japanese

Learn how to qualify nouns with full sentences in Japanese using short (plain) form verbs. Master this essential grammar pattern with examples and tips on using the correct particles.
2025.05.06
level2 (N4)
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