5 Common Japanese Expressions That Confuse Learners | N5-N4 Easy Japanese Podcast

You’ve probably heard these expressions before, but do you always know what someone means? In this episode, I explore the meaning and everyday use of five familiar Japanese expressions: • [00:41] すみません - why it means more than “sorry” • [04:34] 大丈夫 - when it can mean “yes” or “no” • [11:28] あなた - why it isn’t used as often as English “you” • [15:38] よろしくお願いします - what you’re really saying • [18:50] お疲れ様 - why it isn’t only about feeling tired The episode is entirely in Japanese, with a slow, easy pace for beginner and lower-intermediate learners. Practice your listening while exploring how these expressions work in everyday conversations. 📖 Want to check the words as you listen?Get the full transcript for FREE on Patreon: 👉   / japanesepika   🌻 Follow me on Instagram: 👉   / japanesepika   🎧 Listen on Spotify: 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/033fged... #日本語ポッドキャスト #日本語リスニング #日本語表現