Belajar Bahasa Jepang – Bab 2 Minna no Nihongo – Part 1

Summary

In this Japanese language learning video, the instructor introduces basic Japanese demonstrative pronouns (kore, sore, are) to point out objects based on proximity. The video explains sentence structures for making statements and questions about objects, with examples in both affirmative and negative forms. It also covers how to ask questions offering two choices using a specific pattern. The lesson concludes with a quiz to help viewers practice. The goal is to help beginners grasp essential Japanese sentence patterns for identifying and discussing objects.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video is focused on teaching Japanese language, specifically basic vocabulary and sentence structures.
• 😀 The presenter encourages viewers to like, comment, subscribe, and activate notifications to stay updated with future lessons.
• 😀 The script introduces the use of demonstrative pronouns in Japanese: 'kore' (this), 'sore' (that), and 'are' (that over there).
• 😀 The meaning and usage of each demonstrative pronoun is explained with examples: 'kore' refers to something close to the speaker, 'sore' refers to something near the listener, and 'are' refers to something far from both.
• 😀 The structure for forming simple declarative sentences with demonstrative pronouns is shown: 'kore wa hon desu' (This is a book).
• 😀 The script introduces question sentences using demonstrative pronouns, e.g., 'Sore wa nan desu ka?' (What is that?).
• 😀 The response format for a question using a demonstrative pronoun is explained: simply state the noun, e.g., 'Hon' (book).
• 😀 The lesson covers how to use 'sodesu' (yes, that's correct) and 'sugoi' (amazing) for answering in the affirmative.
• 😀 The script also discusses negative responses, using 'iie' (no) and 'sugoi janai' (not amazing).
• 😀 Two-choice questions are introduced using the structure: 'kore wa facia desu ka, PowerPoint desu ka?' (Is this a facial or a PowerPoint?).
• 😀 The video ends with a quiz prompt for viewers to answer, reinforcing the lesson and ensuring the material is understood.

Q & A

What are the three demonstrative pronouns used in Japanese to indicate objects?

The three demonstrative pronouns are 'kore' (this), 'sore' (that), and 'are' (that over there). They are used to indicate the location of objects relative to the speaker.

What does 'kore' mean, and when is it used?

'Kore' means 'this' and is used to refer to an object that is close to the speaker.

How is 'sore' different from 'kore' in usage?

'Sore' means 'that' and is used to refer to an object that is close to the listener but not to the speaker.

When should 'are' be used in Japanese?

'Are' means 'that over there' and is used to refer to something far from both the speaker and the listener.

Can you give an example of how 'kore' is used in a sentence?

Sure! An example sentence would be: 'Kore wa hon desu' which translates to 'This is a book.'

What is the structure of a Japanese question using demonstrative pronouns?

The structure for a question using demonstrative pronouns is: 'kore/sore/are + wa + noun + desu ka?' For example, 'Sore wa nani desu ka?' meaning 'What is that?'

How do you answer a question with a demonstrative pronoun in Japanese?

To answer a question with a demonstrative pronoun, you state the object followed by 'desu.' For example, if the question is 'Sore wa nani desu ka?' (What is that?), the answer would be 'Sore wa hon desu' (That is a book).

What does 'sodesu' mean and when is it used?

'Sodesu' means 'yes, that's correct' and is used to confirm or affirm something as true. It is typically used in response to a yes/no question.

What is the difference between 'hai' and 'sodesu' in Japanese?

'Hai' simply means 'yes,' whereas 'sodesu' specifically means 'yes, that is correct' or 'that's true.' Both are used for affirmation, but 'sodesu' adds a level of confirmation to the statement.

How do you form a question in Japanese that gives two options, and can you provide an example?

To form a question that gives two options, you use the structure 'kore/sore/are + wa + noun 1 desu ka + noun 2 desu ka?' For example, 'Kore wa facial desu ka, PowerPoint desu ka?' meaning 'Is this a facial or a PowerPoint?'

What is the response structure when answering a question with two options in Japanese?

When answering a question with two options, you typically just state the correct option directly. For example, in response to 'Kore wa facial desu ka, PowerPoint desu ka?' you might answer 'Facial desu' (It’s a facial).

How does the structure of a negative response work in Japanese using 'iie'?

For negative responses, the word 'iie' (no) is used, often followed by a negation of the statement. For example, if asked 'Kore wa jisho desu ka?' (Is this a dictionary?), the response could be 'Iie, sodesu ja arimasen' (No, it is not).