Sushi Dojo

Definitions

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.

  • Ohio

    Good morning (informal)

    Ohayo

  • Doe Moe

    OK , or alright, or thanks

    Domo

  • Me Zoo

    Water

    Mizu

  • Ohio Goes Eye Muss

    Good morning (more formal)

    Ohayo gozaimasu

  • Doe Moe Oddy Got Toe

    Thank you very much

    Domo arigato

  • Me Zoo Oh Cuda Sigh

    Please bring me some water

    Mizu o kudasai

  • Ko Knee Chi Wah

    Hello (good day)

    Konnichiwa

  • Doe Ee Tosh Ee Mosh Tay

    You’re welcome

    Do itashi mashite

  • Sue She Oh Cuda Sigh

    Please bring me some raw fish

    Sushi o kudasai

  • Comb Bun Wah

    Good evening (informal)

    Konbanwa

  • Doze Oh

    Please

    Dozo

  • Key Day

    Pretty

    Kirei

  • Hi

    Yes

    Hai

  • Jaw Nay

    Goodbye

    Ja ne

  • Mushy Mushy

    “Hello” when answering the phone

    Moshi moshi

  • E.A.

    No

    Iie

  • Sue Me Mah Sen

    Excuse me

    Sumimasen

  • Toe Moe Dutchy

    Friend

    Tomodachi