A1 Expression Formal

日本語を勉強します

Nihongo o benkyo shimasu

I study Japanese

Meaning

States the action of studying the Japanese language.

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Cultural Background

Studying a language is seen as a sign of respect and dedication. Similar to Japan, education is highly valued. The kanji used for 'study' are shared, showing historical influence. Language learning is often seen as a hobby or professional tool.

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Use particles

Always remember the 'を' particle after the object.

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Don't over-formalize

Don't use 'masu' with close friends.

Meaning

States the action of studying the Japanese language.

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Use particles

Always remember the 'を' particle after the object.

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Don't over-formalize

Don't use 'masu' with close friends.

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Add time

Add '毎日' to sound more natural.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct particle.

日本語 ___ 勉強します。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer:

The particle 'を' marks the object of the verb '勉強します'.

Choose the most polite form.

Which is the most polite way to say 'I study Japanese'?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 日本語を勉強します。

The 'masu' form is the standard polite form.

Match the Japanese word to its English meaning.

Match: 日本語, 勉強, します, 毎日

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Japanese, Study, Do, Every day

Correct mapping of terms.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 趣味は何ですか? B: ________

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 日本語を勉強します。

This is the most natural answer to the question about hobbies.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

4 exercises
Fill in the correct particle. Fill Blank A1

日本語 ___ 勉強します。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer:

The particle 'を' marks the object of the verb '勉強します'.

Choose the most polite form. Choose A1

Which is the most polite way to say 'I study Japanese'?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 日本語を勉強します。

The 'masu' form is the standard polite form.

Match the Japanese word to its English meaning. Match A1

Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Japanese, Study, Do, Every day

Correct mapping of terms.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 趣味は何ですか? B: ________

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 日本語を勉強します。

This is the most natural answer to the question about hobbies.

🎉 Score: /4

Frequently Asked Questions

3 questions

No, it's too formal. Use '勉強してる' instead.

It marks the object of the sentence.

No, you can use it for any subject.

Related Phrases

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日本語を習います

similar

I learn Japanese.

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日本語を練習します

similar

I practice Japanese.

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日本語が話せます

builds on

I can speak Japanese.

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日本語を勉強しています

specialized form

I am studying Japanese.

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