Belajar Bahasa Jepang – Bab 17 Minna no Nihongo – Part 1

Summary

In this video, the host, a Japanese language instructor living in Indonesia for over nine years, introduces lessons on Japanese verb conjugation. The focus is on transforming verbs from the 'masu' form to the 'nai' (negative) form. The tutorial explains different verb groupings and provides clear examples for each. Additionally, the video covers practical sentence structures for expressing requests and obligations in Japanese, such as asking someone not to do something and expressing necessity. It’s an essential lesson for learners wanting to advance in Japanese language proficiency.

Takeaways

• 😀 Introduction of the speaker, a Japanese individual living in Indonesia for 9 years, who aims to help others learn Japanese.
• 😀 The video includes a quiz from lesson 16, part 2, and encourages viewers to revisit the previous lesson if needed.
• 😀 The speaker asks viewers what they would do if they visit Japan, inviting them to share their thoughts in the comments.
• 😀 The speaker records the video in a natural setting to keep things engaging and personal for the viewers.
• 😀 The lesson begins with the topic of how to change Japanese verbs from their 'masu' form to the 'nai' form, which represents the negative.
• 😀 There are three main verb groups in Japanese, and the 'masu' to 'nai' transformation rules differ depending on the group.
• 😀 The speaker explains the first group of verbs, showing examples and rules for changing verbs to their 'nai' form.
• 😀 The second group of verbs follows a simpler rule, where 'masu' is replaced with 'nai,' with a few exceptions.
• 😀 The third group involves irregular verbs where the 'masu' form changes to 'nai,' with a notable exception for the verb 'kimasu' (to come).
• 😀 The lesson introduces two types of sentence patterns: one for requesting or commanding someone not to do something (using 'nai de kudasai'), and another to express obligation (using 'nai to ikenai').
• 😀 The speaker emphasizes the importance of the 'nai' form in negative requests and commands, providing several example sentences to clarify the structure.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is learning the Japanese language, specifically focusing on lesson 17, part 1. The lesson covers how to change verbs from their 'masu' form to the 'nai' form and how to use different sentence patterns involving these verb forms.

What is the difference between 'masu' and 'nai' forms of verbs in Japanese?

The 'masu' form is the positive form of a verb, while the 'nai' form is the negative form. For example, 'ikimasu' (go) changes to 'ikanai' (not go).

What are the three verb groups in Japanese, and why is it important to understand them?

The three verb groups in Japanese are Group 1 (U-verbs), Group 2 (RU-verbs), and Group 3 (Irregular verbs). It's important to understand these groups because the way verbs change from 'masu' to 'nai' depends on which group they belong to.

Can you explain the process of changing Group 1 verbs from 'masu' to 'nai'?

For Group 1 verbs, you change the final 'masu' to the corresponding 'nai' form. For example, 'ikimasu' (go) becomes 'ikanai' (not go), 'isogimasu' (hurry) becomes 'isoganai' (not hurry), and so on.

How do you form the negative 'nai' form of Group 2 verbs?

For Group 2 verbs, simply replace 'masu' with 'nai.' For instance, 'tabemasu' (eat) becomes 'tabenai' (not eat), 'kikimasu' (ask) becomes 'kikanai' (not ask), and so on.

What is a key exception when forming the 'nai' form for Group 3 verbs?

For Group 3 (irregular) verbs, there are specific rules. 'Kimasu' (come) changes to 'konai' (not come), and 'shimasu' (do) changes to 'shinai' (not do).

What is the 'na de kudasai' structure used for in Japanese?

The 'na de kudasai' structure is used to make polite requests or commands asking someone not to do something. For example, 'Ikanaide kudasai' means 'Please don't go.'

How do you form sentences with the 'nai de kudasai' pattern?

To form sentences with the 'nai de kudasai' pattern, you take the verb in its 'nai' form, remove the 'nai,' and add 'de kudasai.' For example, 'tabenai' (not eat) becomes 'tabenai de kudasai' (please don't eat).

What does 'kereba narimasen' mean, and how is it used in Japanese?

'Kereba narimasen' is used to express that something is required or necessary, similar to saying 'must' or 'have to' in English. For example, 'nomana kereba narimasen' means 'You must drink.'

What is the difference between using 'kereba narimasen' and 'to ikenai' for expressing necessity?

'Kereba narimasen' is more formal and stiff, often used in serious or official contexts, while 'to ikenai' is slightly more casual. Both express necessity but differ in tone.