English Lessons
“I'm not saying that's true for all Japanese people, of course.”
You're were talking with someone about the differences between Japanese people and people from other countries. You said that Japanese people are usually reserved, but you don't want the listener to think that you believe all Japanese people are l...
“Japanese people tend to be rather reserved.”
You're talking with someone who's interested in Japan but doesn't know much about it. You start discussing the differences between Japanese people and people from other countries. You make this observation.
“Look on the bright side. You've still got your health and your family.”
Your friend just lost his job. You're having a drink with him and talking to him about it. You say this because you want to encourage him.
“You know, I've been thinking about the move.”
You and your family are going to move to another city in a couple months. You haven't fully planned how you're going to move all your stuff yet, but you have an idea. You're having dinner with your wife, you say this to introduce the topic of how ...
“Don't try to act tough.”
Your brother cut his finger while cutting an onion. The cut looks serious, but he says that it's "just a scratch". You know that it hurts, and you want him to treat the cut correctly. You say this.
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