level2 (N4)

V-stem + なさい: How to Give Firm “Do ~” Commands in Japanese

Learn V-(stem) + なさい to give firm commands in Japanese—how to form it, when it’s appropriate (parents/authority to juniors), natural examples, exam-style uses, practice, and mistakes to avoid. Includes quick contrasts with てください and the stronger imperative (命令形).
level2 (N4)

Before/After in Japanese: V (present short) + 前に / V (past short) + 後で

Master “before/after doing” in Japanese with V (present short) + 前に and V (past short) + 後で. Clear rules, natural examples, “てから” nuance, practice, and common mistakes—perfect for JLPT N4 learners.
level2 (N4)

Make It ~ in Japanese: い-adj + くする / な-adj + にする

Learn the super-useful pattern い-adjective + くする / な-adjective + にする to say “make something ~” in Japanese. Clear formation, natural examples, polite requests (〜してください), common mistakes, and quick practice for JLPT N4.
level2 (N4)

V (short) + 間に (aida ni): How to Say “While / During …” in Japanese

Learn how to use V (short) + 間に to say “while / during …” in Japanese. Clear rules (use ている), forms with verbs/adjectives/nouns, natural examples, “間に vs. ながら / 間,” common mistakes, and quick practice for JLPT N4 learners.
level2 (N4)

Japanese V-てある: Result of Preparation

Learn how to use V-てある to say “has been done (in preparation)” in Japanese. See the pattern with transitive verbs, the difference from ておく, why intransitives don’t work, the set phrase ~と書いてあります, plus examples, drills, and common mistakes.
level2 (N4)

Japanese Passive Form れる・られる: How to Say “be ~ed” and “be done by” with Natural Examples

Master the Japanese passive (れる・られる). Learn how to build (Doee) は (Doer) に V-れる/られる, conjugation for ru/u/irregular verbs, and when to use it: adversity passive, neutral reports, and positive passives. With clear examples, practice, and common mistakes.
level2 (N4)

short form + はずです: Beginner’s Guide to Saying “I’m sure / It should be …” in Japanese

Learn how to use plain (short) form + はずです to express “I’m sure that…” or “It should be…” in Japanese. Clear formation for verbs, adjectives, and nouns (including negatives & past), natural examples, practice, and common mistakes—perfect for JLPT N4 learners.
level2 (N4)

V-te + yokatta desu (〜てよかったです): The Beginner’s Pattern for “I’m glad that …” in Japanese

Learn how to say “I’m glad that …” with V-て + よかったです in Japanese. Clear meaning, how to form positives and negatives (〜なくてよかったです), natural examples, practice, and common mistakes for JLPT N4 beginners.
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20 Ways to Say “Hi” in Japanese (With Audio & Examples)

Learn 20 natural ways to say “hi” in Japanese—ohayō, konnichiwa, konbanwa, plus workplace and casual greetings. With audio, examples, and politeness tips.
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Online Japanese Lessons for Beginners to Advanced Learners

Master Japanese from the comfort of your home with online lessons tailored to your level — from beginner basics to advanced fluency and JLPT preparation.