Anime Phrases Course

Lesson 1: Greetings & Basic Reactions

Daily greetings and short reactions heard across slice-of-life and shonen anime.

#JapaneseRomajiEnglishContextAnime Example
1γŠγ―γ‚ˆγ†ohayouGood morningUsed in the morning when meeting classmates, family, or teammates.Naruto, My Hero Academia
2こんにけはkonnichiwaHello / Good afternoonStandard daytime greeting in schools, shops, and streets.Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen
3こんばんはkonbanwaGood eveningUsed after sunset in casual and polite scenes.Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood
4γŸγ γ„γΎtadaimaI am homeSaid when returning home or to a dorm.One Piece, Bleach
5γŠγ‹γˆγ‚ŠokaeriWelcome backResponse to someone returning home or to base.Death Note, Code Geass
6γ―γ˜γ‚γΎγ—γ¦hajimemashiteNice to meet youFirst-time introductions in class transfers or team meetings.Spy x Family, Kaguya-sama: Love Is War
7γ‚ˆγ‚γ—γyoroshikuPlease treat me wellSet phrase after introductions or when asking cooperation.Haikyu!!, Blue Lock
8ε…ƒζ°—οΌŸgenki?How are you?Friendly check-in with someone you know.Dragon Ball Z, One Punch Man
9いってきますittekimasuI am offSaid before leaving home for school or mission.Steins;Gate, Re:ZERO
10いってらっしゃいitterasshaiTake care / See youReply to someone leaving home.Tokyo Revengers, Black Clover