We are excited to launch a new initiative that provides an engaging focus on Japanese studies at Rivermount College. The ‘Japanese Word of the Week’ is brought to you by Mrs Kath Kirkpatrick, known affectionately to our students as Sensei. Each week, Sensei will share a special Japanese word along with its meaning and significance. Remember to check back each week to view the new video presentation.
Week 1: おじいちゃん Ojīchan - Grandpa | おばあちゃん O bāchan – Grandma | 大好きです Daisukidesu – I love you
Week 2: すごい Sugoi - Amazing | すてき Suteki - Lovely
Week 3: かわいい Kawaii - Cute | かっこいい Kakkoii - Cool
Week 4: さむいですね。Samui desu ne - It's cold, isn’t it
Week 5: いただきます。Itadakimasu - (Said before eating)
Week 6: ぺこぺこです。Peko peko desu - I'm hungry
Week 7: すみません。Sumimasen - I'm Sorry | Excuse me
Week 8: おねがいします。Onegaishimau - Please
Week 9: だいじょうぶですか。はい、だいじょうぶです。Daijoubu desuka? (Hai, daijoubu desu.) - Are you OK? (Yes, Im OK)
Week 10: きをつけて！ Ki o tsukete! | Take care
Week 1: いってきます。Ittekimasu. I’m off now. いってらっしゃい。Itterasshai. See you later! (implied: take care)
Week 2: ただいま Tadaima. I’m back. おかえりなさい。Okaerinasai. Welcome home.
Week 3: ありがとう。Arigatou. Thanks. どういたしまして。Dou itashi mashte. You are welcome.
Week 4: たのしいです。Tanoshii desu. It’s fun.
Week 5: いいてんきです。Ii tenki desu! What lovely fine weather.
Week 6: おげんきですか。Ogenki desuka? How are you feeling? はい、げんきです。Hai genki desu. I’m feeling well.
Week 7: つかれた。Tsukareta。I’m tired! おつかれさま- otsukaresama. Many thanks - I appreciate your efforts.