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Podcast 50: How to refuse things in Japanese
Nov 10, 2023
Learn how to refuse things in Japanese with different levels of politeness. Tips and phrases shared for politely declining offers and dealing with persistent questioners. Personal stories and strategies for refusing salespeople and interview requests. Premium podcast available for more direct and casual refusals.
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Quick takeaways
- Knowing how to refuse things in Japanese is an important skill for various situations.
- Adding 'this' to phrases like 'dijoba' or 'kick coldis' can convey a higher level of politeness when refusing offers.
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Learning How to Politely Refuse in Japanese
In this podcast episode, the hosts focus on teaching listeners how to refuse things in Japanese. They emphasize that it is an important skill to have, as there are often situations where one needs to say no to someone. The hosts break down a dialogue that demonstrates various phrases and expressions to politely decline an offer. They discuss phrases like 'dijoba' and 'kick coldis', which mean 'I'm fine' or 'I don't need it'. The hosts also provide additional phrases for more polite refusals and situations where someone is persistent or annoying.
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