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Learn how to conjugate Japanese U-verbs like nomu（のむ）, yomu（よむ）, and kiku（きく）into polite and negative forms. This beginner-friendly guide covers rules, examples, practice drills, and common exceptions like aru（ある）.

Master ru-verbs in Japanese with this beginner-friendly guide! Learn how to conjugate verbs like taberu（たべる）, miru（みる）, and neru（ねる）into polite forms. Includes examples, patterns, and tips for using ru-verbs naturally in conversation.

Learn how to ask and answer questions like “Whose bag is this?” in Japanese using dare no（だれの）+ noun. This beginner-friendly guide explains possessive grammar, example sentences, and common mistakes with clear, simple explanations.

Learn how to say “this book,” “that bag,” and “which student” in Japanese using kono（この）, sono（その）, ano（あの）, and dono（どの）. This beginner-friendly guide explains the grammar, usage rules, and common learner questions with clear examples.

Learn how to say “here,” “there,” “over there,” and “where” in Japanese using Koko（ここ）, Soko（そこ）, Asoko（あそこ）, and Doko（どこ）. This beginner-friendly guide includes usage rules, real examples, and practical tips to speak naturally.

Learn how to say “this,” “that,” and “which one” in Japanese using kore, sore, are, dore. This beginner-friendly guide explains the differences, includes example sentences, usage tips, and answers common questions about demonstratives in Japanese.

Learn how to talk about the past in Japanese using “N1 wa N2 deshita” and “N1 wa N2 janakatta desu.” This beginner-friendly guide covers grammar rules, negative forms, example sentences, and tips for using polite past tense in conversation.

Learn how to say “too” or “also” in Japanese with the sentence pattern “N1 mo N2 desu.” This beginner-friendly guide includes grammar rules, example sentences, common mistakes, and practice exercises to help you speak more naturally.