In this episode, Detective Michael uses several of the expressions that we've learned. First, he uses the expression "desu" to ask about the type of ramen the man is eating. Let's listen for both the question form and the negative form in the conversation. In the next scene, let's check out how to use "ano", "kono" and "asoko" to describe the position of something. Finally, let's review how to express a desire and how to invite someone. Can Detective Michael invite his wife to Tokyo Tower? Let's enjoy the story and review what we've learned so far!
In this episode, we will learn 2 common endings for verbs: "kureru" and "ageru". "Kureru" is mostly used when someone gives you something. "Ageru" is used mostly when you give something to someone. The word "kau" means "to buy", so "kattekureru" is often used when someone buys you something, and "katteageru" is often used when you buy something for someone. So now learn more about this expressions from the video!
Today we'll learn to make a suggestion to someone by adding "ka" to the negative form of a verb. In the video, a man wants to invite that he and his colleagues all go to dinner together. "Ikimasu" means "go". The negative form of "ikimasu" is "ikimasen". Let's check out the video to see how it's used.
Today we'll learn how to compare two items and how to choose one of several items. When comparing two items, we use the word "docchi". And when choosing one of several options, we use the word "dore". In English, both words can probably be translated as "which". In the video, the quizmaster asks questions to that require comparing and selecting. Let's focus at the conversation between him and the contestants.
Today we'll learn how to talk about the past, like yesterday and the day before. In the video, detective Michael is investigating a crime that occurred 3 days ago. He asks the suspect what he has been doing in the past few days. Will Detective Michael be able to find the culprit? Let's see what happens!
Today, we're going to go over some expressions used to say that you want something. One afternoon, a couple is watching a TV shopping show. The wife sees a white refrigerator, and she says, "I want that". But they just bought a new refrigerator one week ago... Let's see how the husband responds to his dear wife's wish.
Today, we'll learn about how to talk about our health and how we're feeling. In the video, a man tells the doctor that he has a headache and a fever. And a woman tells the doctor that her stomach hurts. Communication with the doctor is very important for an appropriate diagnosis. Let's learn how we can tell someone about the various ways we might feel.
Today, we will learn how to talk about something you find or see. Detective Michael heads to the secret hideout of a dangerous criminal. He finds some clues to solve the crime, and then he talks to his partner over the radio. Take a look at how he tells his partner about what he saw and what is there.
Today's expressions are "ikimasu", meaning "to go", and "kimasu", meaning "to come". We'll also learn how to make a sentence using the words "e" to express destinations, "ni" to say the time and "de" to describe the method of transportation. In the kanji corner we'll look at kanji that express numbers.