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1. How to say ‘good evening’ in Japanese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"good](\"https:\/\/mochidemy.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Good-evening-in-Japanese.webp\")
<\/a>How to say good evening in Japanese<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe standard way to say ‘good evening’ in Japanese is “\u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f”<\/strong> (konbanwa). This greeting is used from the late afternoon into the evening, typically from around 5 PM onwards. It’s appropriate for both formal and casual settings and helps you start a conversation politely.<\/p>\n\n\n\nExample:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3057\u305f\u304b? (Konbanwa, kyou wa dou deshita ka?)
-> Good evening, how was your day?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n2. Other Japanese greetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
a. Japanese morning greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n– \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046 (ohayou) – Good morning (Casual)
The informal “\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046” (ohayou) is used among friends, family, and people of the same social level. It’s a casual way to say “good morning” and is typically used until around 10 AM.
Example:
\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u4f55\u3092\u3059\u308b\u4e88\u5b9a\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f(Ohayou, kyou wa nani o suru yotei desu ka?)
-> Good morning, what are your plans for today?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n– \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 (ohayou gozaimasu) – Good morning (Formal)
“\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059” is the formal version of “\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046.” It is used in professional settings, with elders, or in situations requiring politeness. This greeting is crucial in creating a positive first impression, particularly in a working environment.
Example:
\u4f1a\u8b70\u5ba4\u3067: \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u7686\u3055\u3093\u3001\u4f1a\u8b70\u3092\u59cb\u3081\u307e\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3002(Kaigishitsu de: Ohayou gozaimasu. Minasan, kaigi o hajimemashou.)
-> Good morning. Everyone, let’s start the meeting.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nb. Japanese afternoon greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n– \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f (Konnichiwa) – Hello or Good Afternoon<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The phrase “\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f” can be translated as either “Good afternoon” or “Hello.” It’s used to greet people from late morning, starting around 11 AM, until the early evening, around 6 PM. This versatile greeting can be used at any time of day when you want to say hello or inquire about someone’s well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example sentence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3057\u305f\u304b\uff1f (Konnichiwa, kyou wa dou deshita ka?)
-> Hello, how was your day today?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nc. Evening greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n– \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f (Konbanwa) – Good evening
“\u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f” is a common greeting used in the evening, generally from around 5 PM until late at night. It\u2019s appropriate in both formal and informal settings, making it a versatile choice for evening conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u53cb\u9054: \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306e\u4ed5\u4e8b\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3060\u3063\u305f\uff1f(Tomodachi: Konbanwa, kyou no shigoto wa dou datta?)
-> Good evening, how was work today?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nd. Night and goodbye greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n– \u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f (Oyasumi) – Good night (Casual)
“\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f” is a casual way to say “Good night” and is typically used among friends and family. Use “\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f” when saying good night to someone you’re close to, usually before going to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:
\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u3001\u3044\u3044\u5922\u898b\u3066\u306d\u3002
(Oyasumi, ii yume mite ne.)
-> Good night, sweet dreams.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n– \u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044 (Oyasuminasai) – Good night (Formal)
“\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044” is the formal version of “\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f” and is used in more polite or respectful contexts. It is preferred when addressing someone of higher status or in formal situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:
\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044\u3002\u307e\u305f\u660e\u65e5\u4f1a\u3044\u307e\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3002
(Oyasuminasai. Mata ashita aimashou.)
-> Good night, let’s meet again tomorrow.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n– Using “Oyasumi” when leaving late
When leaving late at night, such as after work or a social event, you can use “\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044” if you’re not very close to the person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:
\u90e8\u9577: \u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u304a\u75b2\u308c\u69d8\u3067\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044\u3002
(Kyou wa otsukaresama deshita. Oyasuminasai.)
-> Thank you for your hard work today, good night.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nMochiKanji’s conversation course helps you effectively improve your Japanese speaking skills. The program offers interactive lessons and real-life scenarios, enabling you to confidently communicate in everyday situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n3. 20 Common Japanese greeting phrases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"good](\"https:\/\/mochidemy.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/COMMON-JAPANESE-GREETING-PHRASES.webp\")
<\/a>Common Japanese greeting phrases – Good evening in Japanese<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n1. \u307e\u305f\u304a\u76ee\u306b\u639b\u304b\u308c\u3066 \u5b09\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3059 (Mata omeni kakarete ureshiidesu)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> I’m very happy to see you again.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n2. \u304a\u4f1a\u3044\u3067\u304d\u3066\u3001 \u5b09\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3059 (Oaidekite, ureshiidesu)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Pleased to meet you!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n3. \u8abf\u5b50\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3059\u304b (Choushi wa doudesuka)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> How is your work progressing?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n4. \u307e\u305f\u3088\u308d\u3057\u304f\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (Mata yoroshiku onegaishimasu)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> I hope for your continued support next time as well.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n5. \u304a\u5143\u6c17\u3067\u3059\u304b (Ogenkidesuka)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> How are you?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n6. \u6700\u8fd1\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3059\u304b (Saikin doudesuka)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> How have you been lately?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n7. \u307e\u305f\u5f8c\u3067 (Mata atode)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> See you later!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n8. \u3055\u3088\u3046\u306a\u3089 (Sayounara)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Goodbye!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n9. \u304a\u4f11\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044 (Oyasuminasai)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Good night!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n10. \u4e45\u3057\u3076\u308a (Hisashiburi)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Long time no see ( is a friendly greeting when meeting someone you haven’t seen in a long time)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n11. \u8cb4\u65b9\u306e\u304a\u7236\u69d8\u306b\u3088\u308d\u3057\u304f\u304a\u4f1d\u3048\u4e0b\u3055\u3044 (Anata no otousama ni yoroshiku otsutae kudasai)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Please send my regards to your father!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n12. \u6c17\u3092\u3064\u3051\u3066 (Ki wo tsukete)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Take care!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n13. \u305f\u3060\u3044\u307e (Tadaima) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> I’m back (used when returning home)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n14. \u3067\u306f\u3001\u307e\u305f (Dewa mata)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> See you again soon!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n15. \u9811\u5f35\u3063\u3066\uff01 (Ganbatte)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Do your best! \/ Good luck!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n16. \u304a\u540d\u524d\u306f\uff1f(Onamae wa?) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> What\u2019s your name?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n17. \u4f55\u6b73\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f(Nan sai desu ka?) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> How old are you?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n18. \u306f\u3044 (hai)<\/strong>\u3000<\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Yes<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n19. \u3044\u3044\u3048(iie)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> No<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n20. \u5b9c\u3057\u304f\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002(Yoroshiku onegaishimasu.) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n-> Please treat me well.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\nMochiKanji offers an effective way to master Japanese greetings through its comprehensive communication courses. These courses focus on real-life conversational skills, helping you practice common greetings and everyday phrases used in various contexts. With interactive dialogues and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to greet people naturally and appropriately in Japanese.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>The standard way to say ‘good evening’ in Japanese is “\u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f”<\/strong> (konbanwa). This greeting is used from the late afternoon into the evening, typically from around 5 PM onwards. It’s appropriate for both formal and casual settings and helps you start a conversation politely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3057\u305f\u304b? (Konbanwa, kyou wa dou deshita ka?) a. Japanese morning greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046 (ohayou) – Good morning (Casual) – \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059 (ohayou gozaimasu) – Good morning (Formal) b. Japanese afternoon greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f (Konnichiwa) – Hello or Good Afternoon<\/p>\n\n\n\n The phrase “\u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f” can be translated as either “Good afternoon” or “Hello.” It’s used to greet people from late morning, starting around 11 AM, until the early evening, around 6 PM. This versatile greeting can be used at any time of day when you want to say hello or inquire about someone’s well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example sentence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u3053\u3093\u306b\u3061\u306f\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3057\u305f\u304b\uff1f (Konnichiwa, kyou wa dou deshita ka?) c. Evening greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f (Konbanwa) – Good evening Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u53cb\u9054: \u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306e\u4ed5\u4e8b\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3060\u3063\u305f\uff1f(Tomodachi: Konbanwa, kyou no shigoto wa dou datta?) d. Night and goodbye greetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – \u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f (Oyasumi) – Good night (Casual) Example: – \u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044 (Oyasuminasai) – Good night (Formal) Example: – Using “Oyasumi” when leaving late Example: MochiKanji’s conversation course helps you effectively improve your Japanese speaking skills. The program offers interactive lessons and real-life scenarios, enabling you to confidently communicate in everyday situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Try it now and start mastering Japanese conversations!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1. \u307e\u305f\u304a\u76ee\u306b\u639b\u304b\u308c\u3066 \u5b09\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3059 (Mata omeni kakarete ureshiidesu)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> I’m very happy to see you again.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. \u304a\u4f1a\u3044\u3067\u304d\u3066\u3001 \u5b09\u3057\u3044\u3067\u3059 (Oaidekite, ureshiidesu)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Pleased to meet you!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. \u8abf\u5b50\u306f\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3059\u304b (Choushi wa doudesuka)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> How is your work progressing?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 4. \u307e\u305f\u3088\u308d\u3057\u304f\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059 (Mata yoroshiku onegaishimasu)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> I hope for your continued support next time as well.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 5. \u304a\u5143\u6c17\u3067\u3059\u304b (Ogenkidesuka)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> How are you?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 6. \u6700\u8fd1\u3069\u3046\u3067\u3059\u304b (Saikin doudesuka)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> How have you been lately?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 7. \u307e\u305f\u5f8c\u3067 (Mata atode)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> See you later!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 8. \u3055\u3088\u3046\u306a\u3089 (Sayounara)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Goodbye!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 9. \u304a\u4f11\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044 (Oyasuminasai)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Good night!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 10. \u4e45\u3057\u3076\u308a (Hisashiburi)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Long time no see ( is a friendly greeting when meeting someone you haven’t seen in a long time)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 11. \u8cb4\u65b9\u306e\u304a\u7236\u69d8\u306b\u3088\u308d\u3057\u304f\u304a\u4f1d\u3048\u4e0b\u3055\u3044 (Anata no otousama ni yoroshiku otsutae kudasai)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Please send my regards to your father!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 12. \u6c17\u3092\u3064\u3051\u3066 (Ki wo tsukete)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Take care!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 13. \u305f\u3060\u3044\u307e (Tadaima) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> I’m back (used when returning home)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 14. \u3067\u306f\u3001\u307e\u305f (Dewa mata)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> See you again soon!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 15. \u9811\u5f35\u3063\u3066\uff01 (Ganbatte)<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Do your best! \/ Good luck!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 16. \u304a\u540d\u524d\u306f\uff1f(Onamae wa?) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> What\u2019s your name?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 17. \u4f55\u6b73\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f(Nan sai desu ka?) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> How old are you?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 18. \u306f\u3044 (hai)<\/strong>\u3000<\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Yes<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 19. \u3044\u3044\u3048(iie)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> No<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 20. \u5b9c\u3057\u304f\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002(Yoroshiku onegaishimasu.) <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n -> Please treat me well.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n MochiKanji offers an effective way to master Japanese greetings through its comprehensive communication courses. These courses focus on real-life conversational skills, helping you practice common greetings and everyday phrases used in various contexts. With interactive dialogues and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to greet people naturally and appropriately in Japanese.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
-> Good evening, how was your day?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n2. Other Japanese greetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The informal “\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046” (ohayou) is used among friends, family, and people of the same social level. It’s a casual way to say “good morning” and is typically used until around 10 AM.
Example:
\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3001\u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u4f55\u3092\u3059\u308b\u4e88\u5b9a\u3067\u3059\u304b\uff1f(Ohayou, kyou wa nani o suru yotei desu ka?)
-> Good morning, what are your plans for today?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
“\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059” is the formal version of “\u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046.” It is used in professional settings, with elders, or in situations requiring politeness. This greeting is crucial in creating a positive first impression, particularly in a working environment.
Example:
\u4f1a\u8b70\u5ba4\u3067: \u304a\u306f\u3088\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u7686\u3055\u3093\u3001\u4f1a\u8b70\u3092\u59cb\u3081\u307e\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3002(Kaigishitsu de: Ohayou gozaimasu. Minasan, kaigi o hajimemashou.)
-> Good morning. Everyone, let’s start the meeting.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
-> Hello, how was your day today?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
“\u3053\u3093\u3070\u3093\u306f” is a common greeting used in the evening, generally from around 5 PM until late at night. It\u2019s appropriate in both formal and informal settings, making it a versatile choice for evening conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
-> Good evening, how was work today?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
“\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f” is a casual way to say “Good night” and is typically used among friends and family. Use “\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f” when saying good night to someone you’re close to, usually before going to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u3001\u3044\u3044\u5922\u898b\u3066\u306d\u3002
(Oyasumi, ii yume mite ne.)
-> Good night, sweet dreams.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
“\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044” is the formal version of “\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f” and is used in more polite or respectful contexts. It is preferred when addressing someone of higher status or in formal situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044\u3002\u307e\u305f\u660e\u65e5\u4f1a\u3044\u307e\u3057\u3087\u3046\u3002
(Oyasuminasai. Mata ashita aimashou.)
-> Good night, let’s meet again tomorrow.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
When leaving late at night, such as after work or a social event, you can use “\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044” if you’re not very close to the person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u90e8\u9577: \u4eca\u65e5\u306f\u304a\u75b2\u308c\u69d8\u3067\u3057\u305f\u3002\u304a\u3084\u3059\u307f\u306a\u3055\u3044\u3002
(Kyou wa otsukaresama deshita. Oyasuminasai.)
-> Thank you for your hard work today, good night.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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