It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: はい
Meaning： Yes
はい (hai) is a Japanese word that means “yes.” It is similar to “yes” in English to indicate that you agree or understand something.
For example, if someone asks you if you want to go to the movies, you might reply with はい (hai) to show that you want to go.
Here are examples of how you can use はい (hai) in Japanese:
Q: 今晩、映画に行きませんか？Would you like to go to the movies tonight?
A: はい、行きたいです。 Yes, I’d like to go.
Q: これは日本語の本ですか？Is this a Japanese book?
A: はい、そうです。Yes, it is.
Q: あの人はあなたの先生ですか？Is that person your teacher?
A: はい、そうです。Yes, he is.
Q: このレストランは素晴らしいですか？Is this restaurant great?
A: はい、とても素晴らしいです。Yes, it is very great.
Q: これは何ですか？What is this?
A: はい、これはテーブルです。Yes, this is a table.
Q: あなたは日本に住んでいますか？Do you live in Japan?
A: はい、日本に住んでいます。Yes, I live in Japan.
Q: この本は面白いですか？Is this book interesting?
A: はい、非常に面白いです。Yes, it is very interesting.
Q: あなたはコーヒーを飲むことが好きですか？Do you like to drink coffee?
A: はい、好きです。Yes, I like it.