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What Is Tadaima?

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What Is Tadaima? Tadaima (只今) literally means, “just now,” as in “I’ve just come home now.” When returning home, people say this as they announce their arrival usually as they open the door or step into the home. How do you respond to Tadaima? “Okaerinasai (おかえりなさい)” or “Okaeri (おかえり)are responses to Tadaima. The translation of

What Is The Difference Between Gozaimasu And Gozaimashita?

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What Is The Difference Between Gozaimasu And Gozaimashita? When you say “thank you” right after you received kindness or favor from someone, you say “Arigatō gozaimasu.” But, “Arigatō gozaimashita” is used when the action you’re thanking for is completely finished. When should you use Gozaimasu? So what’s going on with this? When you say “Good