Father's Day Japanese

Let's learn some adjectives to describe dad!

パパ

papa

or

お父さん

otousan

Father

wa (is)

大黒柱

daikoku bashira

provider;

backbone (of family) [from the main pillar of a traditional Japanese home]

頼もしい

tanomoshii

Reliable

強い

tsuyoi

Strong

働き者

hataraki mono

hard worker

かっこいい

kakko ii

Cool

In this context, adding "desu" at the end of the sentence is not necessary but can be used to make the sentence sound more polite and formal.

Without "desu":

お父さんは頼もしい。(Otousan wa tanomoshii.) - This is a perfectly correct and natural sentence, commonly used in casual or familiar contexts.

With "desu":

-お父さんは頼もしいです. (Otousan wa tanomoshii desu.) - This version is more polite and can be used in formal or respectful contexts.

Both are correct, so you can choose based on the level of formality you want to convey.

In the comments tell me about your dad!

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2024/6/16 Edited to

... Read moreFather's Day is a special occasion to honor and appreciate the incredible fathers in our lives. In Japan, it is celebrated on the third Sunday of June, similar to many countries around the world. On this day, children often give gifts or engage in family activities to express love and respect for their dads. In addition to learning adjectives for descriptions, it's beneficial to understand specific traditions associated with Father’s Day in Japan, such as giving a tie or food items as gifts. Furthermore, meals enjoyed during this celebration often include a variety of dishes that fathers love. Utilizing Japanese phrases in everyday conversations can enhance your language learning journey. For instance, discussing your dad using these adjectives not only improves vocabulary but also fosters deeper connections with Japanese culture. Incorporating respectful terms like ‘otousan’ helps convey respect and warmth. Language learners are encouraged to practice these phrases within their social circles, allowing for a more immersive learning experience. Encourage family discussions on what makes dad special, and share favorite memories—this not only improves language skills but strengthens family bonds. Participate in local events or gatherings focused on Father's Day to further enhance your understanding of the cultural significance and language nuances! This guide not only provides essential Japanese vocabulary but also cultivates appreciation for familial bonds across cultures.

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This is a super cozy and comforting dish to have on a cold day. It’s light and flavorful and so hearty!😍 ✎Ingredients: *1 cup dashi broth *2 cups anchovy broth *1 tbsp soy sauce *1 tbsp mirin *1/2 tbsp sake *1/2 tsp salt *1/2 tsp sugar *radish *fish cakes *mushrooms Directions:
J o a n n e ♡

J o a n n e ♡

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Japanese curry for my community!
Comfort food season for the community fridge and what better way to celebrate than with a warm bowl of curry noodles #japanesefood #curry #community #communitysupport
Britty D Cook

Britty D Cook

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Japanese Hot Pot (MILLE-FEUILLE NABE)
#food #cooking
EXTRA RADDISH.

EXTRA RADDISH.

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Bought a “Japanese” DS…oops 😅
Recently bought a Japanese DS turns out I guess I didn’t have to… What do you guys think? Lol. #videogames #gamergirl #gaming #dsgames #nintendo #japan #japanese #gamer #Lemon8
Nina Gabriella

Nina Gabriella

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A person with short dark hair and headphones looks right, with text overlays reading "JAPANESE MUSIC IVE BEEN GATEKEEPING" and "HI I'M KOI (recently retired gatekeeper)".
Album art for "Kowareru" by The Novembers, featuring a dark, intricate drawing of a tree-like structure with small buildings, accompanied by the caption "makes my bones vibrate".
Album art for "Flower of life" by The Novembers, showing a white square surrounded by detailed grayscale floral and organic patterns, with the caption "such a beautiful song i just love The Novembers sm".
Japanese music Ive been gatekeeping‼️
Spotify linked in Insta Bio🗣️ @/theredkoipond playlist: 優れた音楽taste☆ I think one of the most beautiful things a person could share with someone is music. I've recently stopped gatekeeping because when trying to find new Japanese music I always see the same 10 songs😭 theres so much beauty to
Koi

Koi

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A pink background displays 'Cherry' in English, 'さくらんぼ' in Japanese, and '(SAKURANBO)' in romaji, framed by cartoon cherries along the top and bottom borders.
A pink background displays 'Strawberry' in English, 'いちご' in Japanese, and '(ICHIGO)' in romaji, surrounded by cartoon strawberries and small white flowers.
A coral background displays 'Apple' in English, 'りんご' in Japanese, and '(RINGO)' in romaji, with stylized apple branches and flowers decorating the corners.
Let's Learn Fruits in Japanese 🍓🍑 🍌 🍇 🍎 🍉 🍊 🍐 🍒
Here are sentences using Japanese fruit in romaji, with the breakdown of their meanings: 1. **Ichigo (いちご):** - Sentence: Watashi wa ichigo ga suki desu. - Breakdown: I like strawberries. 2. **Banana (ばなな):** - Sentence: Asa, watashi wa banana o tabemasu. - Breakdown: In the m
Study Gal 🌸

Study Gal 🌸

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A plate holds two Japanese strawberry sandwiches, cut in half to reveal layers of white bread, whipped cream, and sliced strawberries. A whole strawberry rests beside them. Text overlays read "Japanese Strawberry Sandwich Snack Time!".
A close-up view of a baked strawberry pie with a golden-brown lattice crust, sprinkled with sugar, cooling on a wire rack. The image features the text "Strawberry PIE".
Four strawberry cream cheese danishes are displayed on parchment paper, featuring flaky pastry, creamy filling, and fresh strawberry slices. Text overlays include "Better than Starbucks" and "Recipe Posted! Rating: 10/10".
JAPANESE STRAWBERRY SANDWICHES RECIPE
🍰🍓 **Japanese Strawberry Sandwiches Recipe** - **Ingredients**: - Fresh strawberries - Soft white bread - Whipped cream - **Instructions**: 1. Cut the crusts off the bread slices. 2. Spread a generous amount of whipped cream on one slice of bread. 3.
Renèe

Renèe

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Father’s Day Presente!!
Simple and beautiful the gift of the children of my class for dad. They really enjoyed doing it. #preschoolart #preschoolgifts
Teacher Jess

Teacher Jess

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A laptop screen displays the homepage of Tae Kim's Guide to Learning Japanese, offering free lessons. The screen shows an embedded YouTube video and introductory text, highlighting it as a resource for learning Japanese online.
The laptop screen shows the 'Complete Guide to Japanese' section of Tae Kim's website, detailing its comprehensive grammar and vocabulary lessons. The text explains the structured approach to learning Japanese grammar.
A laptop screen displays a specific lesson on 'Nouns and Adjectives' from Tae Kim's Guide. It features an embedded video and text explanations for grammar points like 'State-of-Being' and polite vocabulary, demonstrating video and text guides.
Your Guide to Japanese
I’ve noticed that Japanese learning resources seem to be some of the most comprehensive and well organized resources, and I love it! Tae Kim's Guide to Learning Japanese has great lessons offered via videos and text explanations. The guide covers important topics like grammar and vocabulary as
Anaïs D’Ottavio

Anaïs D’Ottavio

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