Here are some fun Japanese phrases that are easy to say using standard English words. Say each phrase quickly and smoothly with equal emphasis on each word. The translation and correct Japanese spelling is below.
Good morning (informal)
Ohayo
OK , or alright, or thanks
Domo
Water
Mizu
Good morning (more formal)
Ohayo gozaimasu
Thank you very much
Domo arigato
Please bring me some water
Mizu o kudasai
Hello (good day)
Konnichiwa
You’re welcome
Do itashi mashite
Please bring me some raw fish
Sushi o kudasai
Good evening (informal)
Konbanwa
Please
Dozo
Pretty
Kirei
Yes
Hai
Goodbye
Ja ne
“Hello” when answering the phone
Moshi moshi
No
Iie
Excuse me
Sumimasen
Friend
Tomodachi