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Question 1

How to express potential in Japanese?

Accepted Answer

Conveniently, there’s actually a potential form of conjugation of verbs in Japanese.

The potential form is used for personal-related things as well as general possibilities.

For Group 1 verbs (うu-verbs).

Here, we replace the う u-vowel sound with its え e-vowel counterpart and add る ru.

飲む nomu (to drink) becomes 飲める nomeru (can drink).

For Group 2 verbs(るru-verbs).

We simply swap out the る ru ending with られる rareru.

食べる taberu (to eat) becomes 食べられる taberareru (can eat).

Here a three exceptions you’ll want to remember:

する suru (to do)

→ 出来る dekiru (can do)

くる kuru (to come)

→ こられる korareru (can come)

ある aru (to be)

→ あり得る ariuru/arieiru (can exist/can be/possible)

Question 2

How to use ことができる?

Accepted Answer

Another way to express potential is by adding ことができる koto ga dekiru to the dictionary form of a verb.

For example, you can say 見られる mirareru for, “You can see it,” but you could also say 見ることができる miru koto ga dekiru.

Examples:

彼はピアノを弾くことができます。

Kare wa piano o hiku koto ga dekimasu.

He can play the piano.

Question 3

Are Japanese people assertive in what they can or cannot do?

Accepted Answer

Not really. Japanese culture places a strong emphasis on humility, and individuals may find it somewhat assertive or forward if someone openly declares, “I can do this” or “I can do that.”

In English, it’s quite common to say, “I can speak French,” even if your fluency level isn’t particularly high.

However, in Japan, it’s rare to hear someone say, “I speak English,” even if they are proficient.

This cultural nuance is crucial to consider when delving into the world of the potential form.

In situations where your response could be perceived as boastful, it might be wiser to express that you cannot perform a certain action, thus maintaining a sense of humility.

Question 4

How do you say if in Japanese?

Accepted Answer

There is several ways to say if in Japanese, depending on the situation. To summarise:

ば is used for real or concrete situations.

たら is used for hypothetical or speculative situations.

なら is used for conjecture or assumption.

と is used for expressing natural consequence.

もし adds an extra air of uncertainty. Often combined with one of the above conditionals.

Question 5

Can I learn Japanese online with LTL?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We offer online Japanese lessons on our Flexi Classes platform.

Choose your level, study topic and study time, and you’re good to go!

Check out our 7 Day Free Trial to start your learning journey.

Question 6

Can I learn Japanese in Japan with LTL?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can!

We offer group and individual classes in Tokyo, for the duration of your choice.

You can even stay with a homestay family to really immerse yourself in the Japanese culture and discover a Japanese’s family lifestyle.

Grammar Point	Pattern	Example
Expressing potential in Japanese	Verb + ことができる	彼はピアノを弾くことができます。
Using そう in Japanese	Verb / Adjective + そう	彼女は猫が好きそう。
Simultaneous actions in Japanese	Polite form of verb + ながら	歩きながら話す。
Making suggestions in Japanese	Verb + た方がいい	早く寝たほうがいいですよ。

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