Japanese grammar
たらどうですか vs ほうがいいです – Should in Japanese
Learn how to give advice in Japanese using 〜たらどうですか and 〜ほうがいいです. Understand the difference, usage, and natural example sentences.
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Japanese grammar
Japanese grammar points and confusing word pairs explained simply, with natural example sentences you can use in conversation.
Japanese grammar
〜んです to Have Natural Conversations in Japanese
Learn how to use 〜んです in Japanese to sound more natural, explain reasons, and ask questions with nuance. Includes examples and practice!
Japanese grammar
Describing Frequency in Japanese
Learn how to describe how often you do things in Japanese using 〜ことがある, いつも, ときどき, and more. Great for everyday conversation practice!
Japanese grammar
Japanese Onomatopoeia: What is 擬音語 and 擬態語?
Learn about Japanese onomatopoeia! Discover 擬音語 and 擬態語 to express sounds, feelings, and textures like a native speaker in daily conversation.
Japanese grammar
Asking and Giving Permission in Japanese
Learn how to ask and give permission in Japanese using 〜てもいいですか？ with examples, grammar tips, and practice to sound natural and polite.
Japanese grammar
How to Use 〜てくる and 〜ていく in Japanese
Learn how to use 〜てくる and 〜ていく in Japanese to express movement and change over time with clear examples, charts, and practice exercises.
Japanese grammar
Two different ～そうです in Japanese
Learn the two meanings of ～そうです in Japanese! Discover how to say “It looks…” and “I heard…” with clear examples and grammar tips.
Japanese grammar
Using 〜つもり to Express Intentions in Japanese
Learn how to express your plans and intentions in Japanese using 〜つもり. Understand the grammar, see real examples, and practice making your own sentences.
Japanese grammar
How to Say “Should” in Japanese (〜ほうがいい / 〜べき)
Learn how to say “should” in Japanese using 〜ほうがいい and 〜べき. Understand the differences, examples, and how to give advice naturally.