ASK Online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2

Explore greetings for transfers and farewell parties, and practice delivering a speech about someone transferring, including expressions of gratitude for their contributions.

Develop basic vocabulary (単語) by identifying numbers such as ten and nine and the word magi, reinforcing recognition and recall.

Learn from scratch how to handle sales tasks, manage client interactions, and apply lessons from managers' mistakes to improve job performance, while facing a transfer to the Osaka branch.

Learn from senior mentors in a sales department, mastering client interactions, work processes, and learning from mistakes, as the speaker prepares for a transfer to the Osaka branch.

Explore sentence pattern 9, since A, B, to express that from A until now B has continued, using te-form and noun since, like I work part-time since coming to Japan.

Explain answering 'where has lived' with since and present perfect, using examples like 'I've always lived in Kyoto' and 'I've been living in Tokyo ever since I came to Japan'.

Explain Japanese phrases about signing bonuses, contracts, and one-time payments, and show how dieting habits evolve for a professional ping pong player over three years.

Attracting workers and their families to the village, a factory increases the population significantly over time.

Explore how to articulate fears with examples of water, dogs, and bugs, and how childhood fears like not swimming linger.

Explore part 10 vocabulary in japanese, featuring words like spicy, jacket, Newcastle, aging, and cosi, to build practical language skills for the eTRY JLPT N2 course.

Explore the 'starting with' grammar pattern, using 'in addition to' to add items and modify nouns, with examples about sushi, Mt. Fuji, and lifestyle starting with diet.

Analyze a film school scene to determine that many famous people teach here, with the principal and other lecturers, and clarify meanings of 'starting with' and 'but also'.

Explore how this spice is used in Thailand and across Southeast Asia. See that it appears in many countries beyond Thailand, fueling many spicy and delicious dishes.

Learn practical vocabulary for living alone in Japan, from a microwave oven to various electrical appliances, as a student buys a game console and a DVD player.

Explore this spring fashion shopping dialogue that starts with jackets, announces new items for spring, and invites a visit to pick a coat among various clothes.

Explore Part 11 vocabulary (単語) for the eTRY JLPT N2 course, focusing on recognizing proper nouns and terms like Gorica, Keiko, Mitt, Cenk, Kagang, Seesaw, Doi, and Sobo.

Explore sentence pattern 11, meaning under or in the midst of, with examples like under the bright sun, under a's conditions, and the cooperation of both spouses.

Explain why the speaker was raised by his grandparents and how their care parallels his parents' roles, highlighting the grandparents' significance in his childhood.

Explore the minimum marriage age in Japan, including men's eligibility at 18, women's at 16, and the need for parental consent.

Investigate whether the answer is 'president' in a context about a 40-year tenure under a president I respect, for JLPT N2 comprehension.

Explore how cooperation drives community activities like beach cleanups and volunteering. Learn vocabulary for volunteering, planting flowers, and watering plants in everyday contexts.

Explore part 12 vocabulary in this lecture, presenting terms such as swimming, jinzai, hakuho, chu, keijo, han sai, por si, boshi, nam, minutes, yoko, yokoku, and kang.

Master sentence pattern not only a but also b, learn its usage in speeches and presentations, and explore examples like popular hot springs for Japanese and foreigners.

Explore how the expression hamotoyori differs in formality from no ni wa ken, with examples about sushi's global popularity in speeches and presentations.

Explain whether participation is free only with an advance reservation and whether hamotoyori means it's always free, in the ping-pong context.

Explain that despite means 'although' and highlight its usage in Spain and other South American countries, with a nod to studying Spanish, Morita-san.

Explore how children learn social habits and customs while living with their families, including Japan’s expectation not to be noisy on trains, especially in cities, and contrasts with Tom's country.

Explore how future economic and cultural exchanges between countries evolve, with Japanese anime as a powerful source of cultural exchange and forging new Japanese friendships.

Learn key vocabulary from part 13, including nai, mayibuye, and Hong Kong, in the eTRY! JLPT N2 course.

Explore part 13 grammar (文法) in the ask online Japanese course eTRY! JLPT N2, focusing on the 'it's an a' pattern, monda usage, and praise and listening examples.

Practice Part 14 vocabulary for the eTRY! JLPT N2 course, featuring tango, punto, tempo, kaisetsu, Shu Han, Kaka, marketing, performance, in Dhaka, Co.za, shin, no go, no song, tsk.

Explore sentence pattern 14 B on A, where doing A leads to doing B, with examples and notes on the dictionary form and noun modification.

Explore how the strong yen poses a big problem for international students by driving living expenses, especially in city life, and discover common meals like gyudon and cup ramen.

Explore the knowledge necessary for volunteering and when to express necessity in Japanese, including reflecting on taking courses for future career goals.

Assess language schools by their employment rate when choosing a school. Highlight what you can study to determine the best fit.

Understand why climate and topography matter for Japanese agriculture, including how to grow rice, and apply the idea that when abroad, follow the place’s climate and environment.

Practice the part 15 vocabulary by reviewing items like tango, de da, de i de, Kolkata, and Roku to strengthen JLPT N2 word knowledge.

Master pattern 15 a while b and a but b, including nagara for contrast. Learn masu-form links for i adjectives, na adjectives, and nouns with examples of 24-hour recording.

Learn to express desire to visit Hokkaido and talk about never having been there, using phrases like 'I've never been there yet' and 'I really want to go to Hokkaido'.

Confront the challenge of reaching the top as you study Japanese; stay goal-oriented and motivated to pass the N2 test by doing your best.

Describe museum visits in Japanese, noting many wonderful works on display in Tokyo's art museums, and that visiting an art museum is a great way to relax.

Explore what makes objects easy to use, from an old washing machine that remains simple to operate to a frying pan prized for making tamagoyaki.

Learn to sell from scratch and work with clients under guidance from the manager. Reflect on mistakes, gratitude toward the manager and senior colleagues, and leaving Osaka branch.

Practice greetings for transfers and farewell parties, and study expressions for leaving a job and moving to the Osaka branch.

Learn kakuda, choo seng, zenkoku, na, and kokoro tsukai, capturing key terms in this vocabulary-focused lecture.

At the Osaka branch, I joined a project to expand exports to Asian countries and pursue a new challenge. I will do my best and remain grateful for guidance.

Join an Osaka branch project to expand exports to Asian countries, sparked by a transfer that drives a new challenge, while maintaining connections within the same company.

explore Part16 vocabulary terms from the lecture, including names such as Suzuki, César, Sergio, and Kantoku, plus concepts like dental hygiene, symposium, engineer, and captain.

Learn sentence pattern 16: a as b, meaning a is b, and explore its purpose and premise structures with examples using to shite and ni for noun-to-noun expressions.

Explore the correct use of 'to suru' and its sentence-final position, with examples showing companies' economic activities and their aim to make a profit.

Explore how university professors lead robot research and development, with examples of robots in town settings like restaurants and karaoke.

Explain the Japanese particle ni and its nuance in everyday contexts, comparing 'as' and 'to' as equivalents while illustrating attending a two-week training course for a new part-time job.

Explore the Japanese particle ni and a reading of part a and b, then illustrate how 'come together' means becoming one, with the captain as the heart of the team.

Explore part 17 vocabulary, including Concha, Fabric, Shou Ning, Hutton, Noble, Joshua, Kiki, Kurumi, Keiko, and Shannon.

Explore grammar pattern A leads to B, where A is the cause for B, with examples using 〜kikake, 〜koto, and 〜no to express cause and consequence in Japanese.

Study key Japanese vocabulary from part 18, including party, contest, studio, Mitsubishi restaurant, Mitsubishi, money, and taking, as introduced by Kenkyu and Shigeo.

Explore sentence pattern 18 from a to b, where since it's a, it means b, and learn to tell someone to do something using the dictionary form, ta-form, and karaniha.

Part 18 explains the usage of 'kara ni wa' and provides practical examples of obligations at work, such as studying the products a store sells, while emphasizing studying Japanese well.

Don't think you have low abilities just because you're young; some people, like Tom-san and Morita-san, prove that young individuals can achieve high abilities.

Learn to discuss school attendance in Japanese, focusing on flu rules: you can't come to school until you're cured, and flu makes you feel sluggish and lose your appetite.

Learn to express 'since you've decided' in Japanese, and explore pursuing photography, hard work, and moving abroad.

Explore the Japanese phrase kara ni wa and its usage in a relaxed day-off travel scenario, culminating in an izakaya outing with a friend.

Learn the not necessarily pattern to deny a general judgment in Japanese, using normal form modifications for adjectives and nouns, with examples from hospital discharge and restaurant reviews.

Learn to express frequency and certainty with 'not necessarily' and 'I don't play them every day' through a dialogue about games and drinking.

Master Japanese grammar for expressing zero probability with phrases like 'not necessarily', 'no way', and 'no chance of it raining' in Part 19 explanation for eTRY JLPT N2.

Explore the dialogue around nandjanai and wakaranai, identifying the correct responses, and examine implications of apologizing, forgiveness, and whether kind people always forgive.

Explore Shogi vocabulary in Part 20, focusing on common terms and usage to build practical Japanese language skills.

Study sentence pattern 20 a without b, meaning b without a, using the dictionary form of 'without', with examples like the president has been working without a break since morning.

Describe a five-day rain period and identify the rainy season through simple weather questions. Emphasize staying indoors when rain continues and the characters' reactions.

Explore the idea of living a healthy life through a story about a 75-year-old grandmother who stays healthy. See how family health matters and how age relates to wellness.

Explain a question about food waste and the meaning that it's being thrown away. Emphasize that about one-third of the world's food is discarded, and encourage valuing food more.

Explore long-lasting friendships across years and distance, from middle school to kindergarten, as best friends stay in touch and describe an eternal bond that endures.

Review a curated list of Japanese vocabulary words for JLPT N2, including Yoshiki, Xiu, shinjitsu, hurry, tsugaru, tinkle, and kaizoku, in part 21 vocabulary.

Master sentence pattern 21 A in spite of B, meaning A but B, using te-form and ta-form verbs, i- and na-adjectives to express contrast with examples.

Learn how to express contrast with 'despite' and correct the use of the Japanese particle 'ni te' with examples about continuing to work despite a high fever.

Learn the difference between 'despite' and 'regardless', and how 'regardless of' expresses conditions, using a theme park example that remains enjoyable in any weather.

Clarify why 'despite' fits in English sentences such as 'the marathon was held as scheduled despite the bad weather' and correct the misconception that 'ni ni kakeru' means 'only'.

Master the use of despite with practical examples about riding a motorbike to school, forbidden rules, and comparing motorbike or car questions in Tom's country.

Explains that the answer is 'of course' and contrasts being good at sports in general with soccer, noting Tom is fast yet soccer is actually his weakness.

Join a discussion about the Osaka branch transfer to lead a project expanding exports to asian countries, seizing new opportunities and continuing collaboration with colleagues.

Explore hotel work vocabulary, including checking in, carrying luggage, showing guests around, and making beds. Learn to handle complaints by identifying who speaks, to whom, and what is discussed.

Explore basic Japanese vocabulary words such as itching, kokoro, my kokoro, sorry, cream, say, tsukue, suru.

Adopt a guest-first mindset, listen carefully to complaints rather than just apologizing, and treat customers like family to maintain trust. Collaborate to pursue excellent service in a competitive hotel industry.

Adopt the hotel staff mindset: listen to customers’ stories, treat guests like family, handle complaints effectively, and pursue high-quality service to stay competitive.

Acquire Japanese vocabulary in part 22, focusing on words such as kyojin, jikaku, and dai dai, with Singapore as a recurring example.

Explore sentence pattern 22, 'as,' to express A's point of view and purpose, with examples like a bag used as a business bag or travel bag.

Explore how a research student studying economics at graduate school balances teaching Japanese and Thai languages three times a week.

Practice distinguishing customer and staff roles with dialogues like 'I used to come here as a customer, now I work as a staff member' and 'part-time at a cafe.'

Learn to express continuing activities as hobbies in Japanese, using piano as a hobby to convey ongoing practice without aiming to become a professional pianist.

Explore part 23 vocabulary in the eTRY JLPT N2 course, highlighting key terms. Identify words such as Coriacea, Niu, Kang, and Ji in concise practice.

Learn the Japanese grammar pattern 'as long as B, B' with examples showing state, action, and adjective usage, including ta-form verbs and 'within A' nuances.

Understand why incomplete documents block visa applications; immigration offices won't accept submissions until all paperwork is complete, making preparation feel tough but ultimately enabling you to apply.

Demonstrates why a store manager can't take weekends off because the store stays open on weekends and is busy, and the manager continues weekend work unless they quit.

Evaluate victory chances by avoiding big mistakes; identify why 'don't' is the right answer and how the Japanese team has a good chance to win.

Discover how a single yes from the president unlocks action, as no plan can advance without his approval, highlighting the president's central power in the company.

Explore part 24 vocabulary in the ASK online Japanese course: eTRY! JLPT N2, featuring terms yagai, kokumin, and kanjo.

Explore sentence pattern 24 'i have no choice but to do something,' expressing obligation despite reluctance, with suru becoming 'seru ga nai,' illustrated by canceling an outdoor concert.

Explore phrases about housework when living alone, including expressing obligation like 'I have to do everything myself' and 'No one else will do it for me'.

Analyze a dialogue about banning motorcycle commuting to school after accidents. In Japan, a motorcycle license is obtainable from age 16, and few high schools allow motorcycle commuting.

Explore practical Japanese sentence patterns about injury and giving up dreams through part 24 explanation ③ in the eTRY! JLPT N2 course.

Examine the customer is god mindset in business Japanese and how it shapes accepting unreasonable orders. Identify phrases for when clients ask the impossible in JLPT N2.

Explore part 25 vocabulary for the ASK online Japanese course eTRY! JLPT N2, featuring names such as Yamaoka, Nae, Taku, Sakon, and terms like shushoku, genkai, Sino, Tsk.

Explore sentence pattern 25 'it's not like' and its usage, with examples showing marriage isn't all about love and that passing N1 isn't absolutely necessary for a job in Japan.

Explore how 'not that' or 'not necessarily' conveys doubt about city life versus nature, using a week in the mountains to challenge assumptions about convenience and comfort.

Understand that getting a qualification doesn't guarantee a job in the current difficult job market. Recognize that 'these days' means recently and that job prospects remain challenging despite qualifications.

Show that cheaper pricing alone won't guarantee sales unless the product is attractive, and challenge the assumption that customers will come.

Explore why liking oil painting does not guarantee skill, as talent limits progress, and learn why the answer is 'というものではない' in this jlpt n2 explanation.

Explore part 26 vocabulary of the ASK online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2, featuring words such as zenkoku, tatakai, tatakau, tokushu, show me, and Heidi.

Master sentence pattern 26 A aside, B; use regardless of to mean 'don't think about A now' and 'whether' for alternatives, with examples like price comparisons, salary, and UFO programs.

Learn why eating meals slowly supports health, especially when busy, and adopt the habit of eating as slowly as possible.

Understand the meaning of 'regardless of' and why the correct answer is 'Anyway' in the context of baths and showers in hotels.

Explore the usage of the phrase regardless of and how environmentally friendly products are developed domestically and internationally, anywhere in the world.

Explain how the phrase はともかく signals that taste matters despite appearance, with cake and cupcake examples showing that shape may be ignored while flavor shines.

Explore part 27 of the ASK online Japanese language course, focusing on vocabulary (単語) with example terms like aku, sagai, are, and a.

Explore sentence pattern 27, expressing 'I can't afford it' and the possibility of bad outcomes, using kanenai masu-form verb connections with examples like an accident.

Recognize how warming up before vigorous exercise prevents injuries and helps you avoid getting hurt. Remember that warming up is essential.

Learn to navigate online shopping safely by recognizing signs you could be scammed and balancing convenience with risk.

Master how to convey illness-related advice in Japanese, using phrases about taking a day off and going home early to rest when you have a cold.

Explore how to choose the following sentence after telling Ito-san a secret, including 'He might tell the whole class' and practice expressions for being tight-lipped and what you can share.

Explore the Part 28 vocabulary from the eTRY! JLPT N2 course, featuring key words Nigella, Debut, and Joyful, with emphasis on recognition and usage of these terms.

Explore sentence pattern 28 b rather than a, and learn how adjectives and nouns connect in normal form by adding 'da'.

Learn to distinguish 'not that' and 'that is what it means' to convey precisely what you heard. Explore how being out of stock and a 3-month arrival clarifies meaning.

Explain how to use the phrase 'speaking of' to introduce related topics, using tempura as a famous Japanese dish and Kyoto as a renowned tourist spot in Japan.

Learn how to use 'rather than' in context and why some performers move from singing to drama work, with actresses more active than singers.

Learn why looking good alone doesn't make you an actor; develop talent and personality, and value actors who are truly skilled at acting.

Explore part 29 vocabulary for the jlpt n2 course, focusing on essential 単語 and the name Shigeru through targeted practice.

Explore sentence pattern 29 'I can't keep doing that' with examples showing not relying on parents or being dependent on seniors, and te-form usage such as 'de irarenai' to 'jairarenai'.

Examine the nuance of reliance, understanding phrases like 'have no choice but to rely on them,' while contrasting personal tuition responsibilities with the idea of not depending on parents.

Practice Japanese conversation around lateness and impatience with phrases such as 'I can't wait any longer,' 'Ito-san hasn't come yet,' and 'Let's go first' in a real-time dialogue.

Explore part 29 explanation of jlpt n2 by practicing japanese negative forms in a dialogue about not sleeping, and select the correct answer 'I'm not sleeping'.

Learn the hotel staff mindset for handling customer complaints by listening carefully, not just apologizing, and maintaining trust through high quality service in a competitive future.

Explore typhoon information basics, including size in hectopascals, wind, and the storm zone, and learn typhoon news vocabulary to predict if and when a typhoon reaches Kyushu or Shikoku.

Expand your Japanese vocabulary with terms from the caption, including kaiju, shiatsu, hectopascal, zosui, and cussing.

Track typhoon news in Japanese, learning to read weather reports with details like typhoon No. 5, wind speed, central pressure, heavy rain, flood warnings, and live updates.

Track typhoon No. 5 as it approaches Japan, moving northeast at 30 km/h with 945 hpa central pressure and winds to 35 m/s, bringing heavy rain and flood warnings.

Explore part 30 vocabulary (単語) for the eTRY jlpt n2 course, featuring tango, arriba, omo, sugata, kabale, busho, ken, kento, kitty, nj, kgo, tsugaru, and juju.

Learn sentence pattern 30, meaning 'A while B', using the masu form connected by tsutsu to express two actions at once.

Explore choosing the correct follow-up sentence about enjoying the beautiful scenery and hot springs at a hotel, reinforcing practical Japanese sentence patterns for JLPT N2.

Explore phrases about looking forward to new encounters, going to a party, and meeting new people to practice conversational Japanese for social events.

Explore how a mother contributes to the family business by teaching doll making to neighbors, while also teaching calligraphy at a school.

Learn practical Japanese phrases to encourage each other in bitter cold and winter mountains as you discuss waiting for rescue, staying awake, and supporting one another in scary moments.

Explore jlpt n2 Japanese vocabulary through terms like tango, dancing, zenki, ding, dong, nag, minoru, geico, ikebana, causa, and iseki.

Explore how to use sentence pattern 31 A throughout A to mean all over in time or place, over a period, and apply 'over' when modifying a noun.

Analyze Japanese sentence components to decide if 'over' fits, noting the Ikebana (flower arrangement) class and Civic Center references and the ten sessions.

Learn proper use of 'over' versus 'across' in sentence order, illustrated by the 10-year investigation of the ruins that ended last year.

Explore Japanese travel vocabulary about the Shinkansen, including delays caused by an accident and the convenience of riding bullet trains.

Explore vocabulary and comprehension around a serious motorcycle accident, an eight-hour operation that saved a life, and the relief of a successful outcome in Japanese.

Explore part 32 vocabulary in the Japanese course with examples like Siri, Muir, Nigeria, Burrows, kata, good, this, here, Psi, Tico, and Towson.

Study sentence pattern 32 from A to B, denoting range between two points in time or place. Use examples from this week to next week and from Kyushu to Shikoku.

Identify a region where December to March snow falls and the snow depth can reach up to 3 meters, and explain why this area is described as a snowy country.

Explore the impact of the recession from 1998 to 2002 and practice selecting the best sentence about 30 steel companies going bankrupt, illustrating how the economy worsened.

Explore a Japanese grammar exercise about a beach sunburn from the neck to the back, identify '赤くなってしまった' as the correct continuation, and note Tom burns easily.

The lecture explains how to express that Japanese tea is grown widely from Akita to Okinawa, and notes that it is not grown in Hokkaido because it's cold.

Learn part 33 vocabulary (単語) of the eTRY jlpt n2 course, featuring terms such as honsha, kagaku, jinsei, jigyo, katsudo, shojiro, joshua, cinco, and mango.

Explore sentence pattern 33, A is accompanied by B, meaning B at the same time as A, with examples like living alone is free but with that comes responsibility.

Explains why 'as a result of' correctly shows that as science advances, people's lives become more convenient, contrasting it with 'with'.

Analyze why applying for a visa to study abroad is complicated and often takes more than two months, drawing on experiences of the visa process and arriving in Japan.

Explain the use of 'as' and 'as soon as' with examples like 'the rising temperature increases ice cream sales' and why 'ice cream sales' is a noun, not 'accompany'.

Explain why waste from factories and business activities is not collected by the city, how it affects the environment, and why it must be processed in a special way.

Explore part 34 vocabulary in the ask online Japanese language course: eTRY! jlpt n2, featuring words such as Hunka, Henan, Hubei, Tsunagaru, Kaminari, Has, CB, CBE, Tokyo, Sen, and Tojo.

Master sentence pattern 34: there is a fear that... and there is a possibility that..., used in news and reports with examples of typhoons, disasters, and disrupted phone service.

Explore cause-and-effect grammar with examples about car maintenance and safety, using conditional structures to show how neglecting maintenance can lead to accidents.

Examine how worsening air pollution could harm the health of local residents and how Japan's law reduced pollution, making the air very clean today.

Examine how nearby factories raise the risk of river water pollution and the health impact of eating fish from dirty water that made people sick.

Interpret airline boarding announcements that signal possible delays and a departure may be delayed. Prepare early to board the plane and depart on schedule.

Enhance Japanese vocabulary with a compact list of words and names, including video, taxi, and names such as Misha, Kehoe, Michiko, Kakutani, Neto, and Shojiro.

Learn sentence pattern 35 A with B to express A and B at the same time, using together with examples like medical volunteers with local doctors and housing development.

Explore why Nara, the old capital, is famous for its cherry blossoms and learn what a famous place means in this Japanese language lesson.

A high school's baseball tournament victory is showcased with photos and newspaper coverage, prompting what comes next and noting how such coverage can make players famous.

Explore how rising internet use correlates with cybercrime and the convenience and risks of online life, including daily use and streaming Korean dramas.

Children grow and change the relationship with their parents as they increasingly express their opinions.

Learn part 36 vocabulary for the ASK online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2, featuring terms such as hunky, hijo, and jigoku.

Master sentence pattern 36 a shidai b, where b happens as soon as a occurs. Use masu-form shidai to connect actions such as contacting you when results are known.

Explore how to use the phrase 'as soon as' to signal immediate actions, as in starting the farewell party when Hanamura arrives, and questions about leaving a job or moving.

Explain how to use 'since' to express cause and change, illustrated by 'since Hanamura-san came' and 'since I came,' showing the work atmosphere turning brighter.

Explore how the phrase 'as soon as possible' is used with payment and shipping to indicate immediate action. Demonstrate how payment confirmation triggers shipment of the product.

Analyze when to reference 'at the time of departure' by examining aircraft emergency door safety checks, departure delays, and airline announcements to guide accurate responses.

Learn typhoon terminology and stay updated as typhoon No. 5 approaches from the ocean south of Japan, bringing heavy rain, high waves, and flood warnings across Kyushu to Shikoku.

Learn about job hunting in Japan, including searching on internet, attending information sessions, sending resumes, and taking job interviews, and compare Japan's April start with China's spring and autumn timing.

Learn basic vocabulary through familiar words such as shoo, jackhammer, judging, and Jacob, in the ASK online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2.

Learn a sample Japanese dialogue for job hunting and self-introductions suitable for jlpt n2 learners, as you discuss travel plans and the competitive game industry job market.

Learn to discuss travel, studying abroad, and job hunting in Japanese, using jakkanmei and koto ka, while noting few job openings in the popular gaming industry and gathering information.

Master a quick set of Japanese vocabulary words such as kenko, kaiju, sticky, net, kiri, archambo, yummy, kurisumasu, and kuno to enhance jlpt n2 readiness.

Learn sentence pattern 37 a and b, where A ends and B follows, using ~takkiri and ~kiri, and connect verbs in masu form by dropping masu.

Discuss a dialogue about wearing glasses while washing the face and why wearing glasses only once implies nothing has been done since.

Confirm the answer 'きり' in a busy day scenario where only morning coffee was consumed and nothing else was eaten until the evening.

Explore why people sleep standing on trains in Japan, and whether this habit is unique to Japan.

Practice a Japanese dialogue about cinema habits, using phrases like 'I haven't been to the cinema in ages' and 'I always watch it on DVD,' and confirming the answer 'kiri'.

Build Japanese vocabulary focused on Tokyo and unaccounted contexts in Part 38 of the eTRY! JLPT N2 course.

Learn sentence pattern 38: it's not time for a task and you can't do it right now, with examples like no time for karaoke or swimming.

explains a company year-end party and how heavy snow delays trains, leaving no time for celebration and making it odd to discuss work.

Learn how to express illness and travel constraints in Japanese, including taking medicine, describing an upset stomach, finding a toilet, and saying you're not in a state to go sightseeing.

Explains why study matters in the context of a question, contrasting with the idea that ping-pong is the correct answer, and reflects on university days spent juggling part-time work.

Explore Japanese vocabulary through terms like jiu jitsu, yoko, kang, sue, chanana, and kaizen, along with phrases such as tell me, make, and hit him for jlpt n2.

Explain sentence pattern 39 a but b, meaning a but b, with examples showing contrast using wa, connected forms, and handling na adjectives and nouns with de aru.

Explore expressing determination and timeframes in Japanese, linking statements about finishing a sweater to whether it will be spring, and learn that monono means however.

Explore the challenge of ideation when a president orders a new product and practice generating good ideas under difficulty.

Explore why many workers don't use all their paid holidays, despite being entitled to 20 paid holidays a year in Japan.

Explore part 40 vocabulary in the ASK online Japanese language course for JLPT N2, featuring words like bada, hanataba, kong, kuru, numa, ikitsuki, ikutsuki, and hey.

Explore the grammar pattern aことにb meaning 'it is very a because b,' showing how to express strong emotion using 残念なことに and other forms with verbた form, i-adjectives, and na-adjectives.

Delve into part 41 vocabulary, examining the words said and jejune as examples for JLPT N2 learners.

Learn sentence pattern 41 B: A but B, including noun connections and na-adjectives with da, illustrated by 300 yen lunch and praising a first-time sushi chef.

Explore when to use the preposition for and the phrase for what you're worth, illustrated through drawing examples and age references.

Explain how to use as to indicate role, with examples like as a representative of the graduating class and as a representative of my school in speech and marathon contexts.

Explain the use of 'according to' and describe the flextime system that lets you work at your preferred hours, with examples of leaving early for children and Japanese phrasing.

Explore how to talk about late March weather in Japan, noting cherry blossom season and forecasts that show daytime highs around 10 degrees and a cold day.

Master sentence pattern 42 ~koto ka, used to express strong feelings and judgments in a monologue, with rules for na adjectives and nouns and examples about boredom and sadness.

Review and answer questions from a dialogue, reinforcing comprehension with self-introduction practice, and explore travel, studying in America, Kyoto, work decisions, and job-hunting in a game industry.

Focus on job hunting, discuss studying abroad in America, and note undecided work plans, followed by a vocabulary check. Check key words to build essential vocabulary for this goal.

Explore vocabulary words Tang, Sanzang, and Kyukyoku in this 単語 lecture from the online japanese language course eTRY jlpt n2.

Stay motivated and persevere through job-hunting challenges, believing you will succeed even when openings are scarce. A senior’s example shows giving your all can lead to landing a job.

Stay motivated while navigating job openings and exploring options beyond game companies, learn to submit resumes and believe you can succeed, with encouragement from peers.

Explore part 43 vocabulary (単語) from the Ask online Japanese course, highlighting words like to go and me, with repeated cues to reinforce pronunciation.

Master sentence pattern 43, 'if only A is B,' to express that only A is B in Japanese. Use verbs (masu form and dropping masu), adjectives, and nouns with examples.

Explore how Japanese expresses past regret with the patterns 'if only I hadn't' and '-ba-ta-no-ni', using fever and exam examples to show missed chances.

Compare department content and university reputation with entrance exams, and choose to study what you want rather than chasing fame.

Explore phrases about pets and loneliness in daily life, highlighting how having a pet can ease living alone. It contrasts dog and cat preferences through a lively dialogue.

Explore breakfast variety in Japan by comparing rice with natto to other options like bread, potatoes and sausages, and tamagoyaki, and discuss cultural differences in breakfast preferences.

Learn Japanese vocabulary for the eTRY! jlpt n2 course by studying terms such as minzoku, shosu, sanko, shijo, and the words office, cabinet, and mendona.

Master sentence pattern 44 expresses there's no way to do something, using douseomonai and the masu form, with examples of yō ga nai and no openings for new graduates.

Explore the challenges of researching Japan's ethnic minorities and the scarcity of reference materials, as the lecture discusses selecting thesis topics with limited sources.

Explain that 'no choice' means you have to, as when you move to a new office and the cabinet hasn't arrived yet, so you must put away papers.

Practice Japanese phrases about alcohol preferences, including I don't drink it, I drink everything, and yes, only wine or beer, with the dialogue structure of parts A and B.

Learn to express not taking on tasks in Japanese, with examples 'I would never take it on' and 'I can't take it on,' featuring Yamada-san and Mr. Morita.

Explore part 45 vocabulary from the course, highlighting terms such as asobi mawaru, susumu, and suzumiya (単語), with notes on their usage in Japanese.

Explore sentence pattern 45 a and then b, showing outcomes after a leads to b, using ta form ageku and agekuni, with oversleeping and a customer leaving without buying.

Explore why the answer is 'after' and recognize common student habits, such as staying up all night playing games, lateness, and forgetting homework, with relatable examples.

Explore who makes all the decisions in a president and chairman scenario. Learn that mono means 'different from what I expected' and identify the correct answer.

Explain the answer to 'mono no' and present a dialogue about fever and a sore throat after two days off, emphasizing empathy and symptom experience.

Explore Japanese phrases to discuss tax policy and political accountability, focusing on consumption tax, wasted tax money, and whether taxes will ever go down.

Learn the vocabulary terms daku, bugeisha, and hera in part 46 of the Ask online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2, focusing on practical word usage.

Learn the mono janai grammar pattern that expresses that something should not be done. Use it to warn someone in a higher position and avoid discussing internal matters with outsiders.

Master sentence pattern 47, 'Only A is A,' which signals attempting something despite possible failure, using the dictionary form of the verb and repeating the same verb.

Stay motivated and believe you will succeed; review the material, watch it again, answer the questions aloud, and keep studying until you reach your goal.

Explore the story of Watanabe-san and Kiyama-san five years later. See how Kiyama-san lands a job at a game company and check the key words.

Explore Japanese vocabulary through expressive sound words like doki-doki and toto, helping learners build practical word knowledge for JLPT N2.

Prepare for your first presentation tomorrow, reflect on five years at the company, overcome lack of experience, and work hard to meet the boss and manager's demand for professional work.

Navigate hard work and perseverance to overcome inexperience, preparing for your first presentation, while a strict boss drives you to become a professional who never gives up.

Build vocabulary with place names and numbers from the lecture: Shijo, Nakagyo ku, simpang, and tiga. Apply these terms in the eTRY JLPT N2 course.

Master sentence pattern 48 b only for a, showing how a causes a result with b. Learn na adjective forms and the 'desu dake ni' usage through examples.

Learn how to express being injured and hospitalized and not attending a best friend's wedding, including the sequence and outcomes conveyed by these phrases.

Observe how rain disrupts a flea market stall, leaving many items unsold, and how a festival yakisoba batch becomes too large and causes trouble; weather and business influence outcomes.

Assess how the bad relationship between the manager and the department manager makes it hard to work. See how the boss's atmosphere affects the whole company.

Explore how protesting to the referee can lead to being sent off, and how such protests can escalate into dangerous situations or fights.

Practice vocabulary through repeated terms such as mucho, Mendoza, Kiki, and set, reinforcing recognition and basic usage in the online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2.

Explore the grammar pattern there is no need to do something, with examples about earthquakes and advice.

Explore choosing the most reassuring Japanese sentence after an injury, comparing options like 'it's just a sprain, no broken bones,' and hearing the doctor's reassuring comments.

Learn why online meetings save time and money by avoiding travel, and why their growing popularity and anytime access come with eye strain from screen time.

Examine conversational choices for skipping work or class, compare sentences like 'You can just look it up yourself,' and uncover the meaning of 'sabott' and its link to sabotage.

Learn which sentence best says you don't need a packed lunch at an amusement park, since concession stands and restaurants inside offer food, while some places prohibit outside food.

Learn part 50 vocabulary, 単語, from the ASK online Japanese course: eTry, JLPT N2, featuring vitamin C and seven.

Explore sentence pattern 50: A is compared to B, where A means more than B. Compare strawberries to lemons to note that strawberries have more vitamin C.

Compare fashion across countries to see how Japan's own original style stands out. Explore that each country has its own fashion and learn about it with curiosity.

Clarify how to express requesting technical assistance from Japan, distinguishing 'to' versus 'towards.' Highlight learning from Japanese technology in the IT field and cross-cultural collaboration.

Explore how to use 'compared to' to compare this year with last year, noting fewer cherry blossoms in the garden and considering cold weather as a possible reason.

Explore how seasonality in Japan changes which flowers bloom across spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Emphasize tulips and cherry blossoms as emblematic of Japan's spring and national image.

Part 51 vocabulary by studying proper nouns such as Yoshiki, Shin, Gene, and Nagasaki to reinforce Japanese word usage in context.

Explore the part 51 grammar pattern, mon desu ka and monka usage, linking verbs and adjectives with na, to express strong feelings and denial in conversation.

Explore the pain of heartbreak in a Japanese dialogue between male friends, debating whether you can understand heartbreak without experience, and whether anyone has been dumped.

Learn how to express strong disagreement in Japanese using the 'AなんかBもんか' pattern, illustrated by phrases like 'お父さんの言うことなんか聞くもんか' and '絶対聞かない' in a tense father-son dialogue.

Examine why people feel it's pathetic to cry when frustrated and note that even men have times when they want to cry.

Explore part 52 vocabulary (単語) from the eTRY JLPT N2 course, focusing on terms like Musashi and Hyun to build practical Japanese word knowledge.

Master sentence pattern 52, 'that's what it means,' connecting to the form and adjective forms without 'da,' with examples like 'Japan team can win' and 'it's going to be difficult'.

Review and confirm the material for tomorrow's first presentation, with watch-it-again sessions and questions to answer. Push perseverance despite limited experience toward professional work under a strict manager's guidance.

Explore the goal by examining five years of hardships before Kiyama's first presentation, noting how no experience gave way to hard work, and start by checking essential words.

Sharpen Japanese vocabulary (単語) for JLPT N2 in an urgent, focused session from the Ask online Japanese language course.

Sample 見本 highlights perseverance as the speaker recalls strict guidance, resolves to try their best, and believes in themselves to deliver a confident presentation.

Explore a playful Japanese class scene with a montage of words and names such as Watanabe san, sono, de, and mommy, in the ASK online Japanese course for JLPT N2.

Explore Part 53 vocabulary in the ASK online Japanese language course JLPT N2, featuring terms like tango, sigue, 3D, CEG, and K10.

Explore sentence pattern 53 bakaso, meaning 'kara,' to express reasons in Japanese and connect verbs, na-adjectives, and nouns, including emphasis forms bakoso and nakare koso.

Explore simple vocabulary through playful train sounds like 'choo choo' and the word 'messy' in part 54 of the ASK online Japanese language course for JLPT N2.

Explore sentence pattern 54, expressing 'it's not that' with a little is, using forms without verbs and i-adjectives or na-adjectives. See injections and makeup examples to illustrate nuance and uncertainty.

Practice sentence order in a Japanese dialogue about shower versus bath usage, with lines like 'just a shower' and 'sometimes I take a bath'.

Practice Japanese dialogue on marriage and career focus. Identify which sentence follows 'I want to focus on my work now' and understand marriage desire expressions.

Present a casual lunch dialogue between two male friends, debating whether to eat now or later. They also plan to study a bit longer in Japanese.

Explore part 55 vocabulary in the ASK online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2, highlighting sunsets and Figueroa as core terms.

Learn sentence pattern 55, 'A only,' to express doing something to limit. Explore examples like 'eat as much as you can' and 'as many as you want' with taidake suru.

Learn to discuss all-you-can-eat offers in Japanese for jlpt n2, using phrases like eat as much as you want and 980 yen is cheap, right?

Explore how to express perseverance and no regrets after a ping pong match, using phrases like 'I couldn't win, but I did everything I could' to communicate satisfaction in class.

Learn how borrowing from the bank helps you open a shop and imagine starting your own company someday.

Learn to express wanting to collect as many figurines as possible, and habitual buying, with a scenario about a room full of figures and visiting Akihabara to buy them.

Explore part 56 vocabulary (単語) in the ask online japanese language course: eTRY! jlpt n2. Identify Kaoru and Yobo as caption terms.

Explore sentence pattern mon for giving reasons or excuses, including casual ndamon and the polite desumono form. See practical examples from friends, family, and quick spreadsheet formulas.

Learn how to respond in Japanese to a question about buying five loaves of bread, using 'Because I'm hungry' as answer, and understand the casual expression 'mon' and its tone.

Explore practical responses to a boss's 'finish by today' request, including phrases like 'by today,' and discuss how using mon can sound childish or spoiled.

Explore reasons for not noticing and replying to emails, and how to craft the best response within close friendships, noting that missing messages happens and can lead to mild scolding.

discover how to respond to influenza conversations, including getting a flu shot, staying fine, and exercising daily.

Practice reading and recalling vocabulary entries including Cao, Cao Rui, ASIC, Chou, Chou hsiang, Yihan, Buck, and King. Part57 vocabulary unit introduces proper nouns and names for JLPT N2 learners.

Study reference 57 grammar: use 'it can't be a' to express reasons you can't do something. Include phrases like 'it can't be helped' and 'in terms of price'.

Clarify how to express inability in Japanese, using examples like a meeting or a test to explain why you cannot oversleep, and distinguish 'I can't do it' from 'not that'.

Analyze why people turn on the TV even when there's nothing to watch and question whether the answer is not necessarily.

Learn how 'i can't' expresses obligation as 'i have to' in japanese, with examples about parking violations, paying fines, and rules before payday.

Practice basic vocabulary through short phrases like 'she can' and 'you saw,' highlighting ability and past perception in Japanese contexts.

Learn sentence pattern 58, 'only,' meaning 'just that,' used in announcements, and connect the dictionary form of verbs or nouns with 'only' through examples like 'If you only want medicine.'

Learn vocabulary with words such as jurupa, kia, kia ora, and moon. Explore how these terms appear in the Part59 vocabulary unit.

Explore grammar pattern 59, 'try to say a but say b,' showing thinking of a but saying b, with the ta-form connection verb and the 'no tsumo de' noun form.

Learn to express recapturing childlike joy at an amusement park. Imagine yourself as a kid again to enjoy yourself and say let's go to the amusement park next time.

Explore how a teacher instructs a student to pretend to be a model and walk with chest held high at a vocational school fashion show, and why this is correct.

Adopt a practice mindset: prepare like a match, stay serious during practice, and relax during play; the coach suggests this yields better results.

Practice sequence cues like 'which do you think comes after' and 'I'm pretending to be a popular singer' as 'singing and dancing' shown by a younger sister watching TV.

Review 確認 guides reflective practice on a strict manager, hard work, gratitude, and building self-belief to deliver a confident tomorrow's presentation.

Explore wolves and ecosystems and examine the balance of nature through plants, herbivores, and carnivores. See how dead animals become nutrients for plants, sustaining this natural cycle and balance.

Explore a list of Japanese terms and loanwords in this vocabulary lecture, including Okami, Dobutsu, Nezumi, and Kawabata's, alongside international names like Toshiba, Yellowstone, and Kokuyo.

Explore how wolves are portrayed from human and wolf perspectives, and how they maintain the balance of nature by regulating deer numbers in ecosystems like Yellowstone.

Explore Part 60 vocabulary from the Ask Online Japanese course eTRY! JLPT N2, featuring terms such as biodiesel, Moksha, Su Jeong, and more.

Explore the sentence pattern 'from the point of view' and related expressions. Analyze third-person perspectives, current business state, and connection nouns to express thoughts based on position and data.

Explain the use of 'from the point of view' and 'for' in age comparisons with examples like 'Kato looks young for a 60-year-old'.

Explore how from a foreigner’s viewpoint, every country has its own customs, and how in Japan lost items on trains are often returned.

Explore safety concerns around a popular toy from a safety perspective, revealing why parents would worry when safety issues arise.

Explore the correct use of 'for' with examples about a new employee who just joined the company this year, highlighting that he is reliable, competent, and amazing.

Learn part 61 vocabulary for eTry jlpt n2, featuring motomeru and a list of names such as Joshua, Yurina, Tammy, and Akagi.

Explains sentence pattern 61 on the other hand, showing A and B contrasts, with form changes for adjectives and nouns, and examples from stores, currency, and internet information.

Weigh the economic gains of attracting factories against environmental protection concerns in Midori City while considering environmental impacts.

Explore urban population growth, rural depopulation, and big-city job opportunities; examine government measures and why people move from the countryside to cities.

Explores whether staying in one job or changing jobs leads to experience, talent development, and skill honing, and invites learners to choose their preferred path.

Explore how he stays active as an actor while gaining attention as a film director, and how he shoots and produces films.

Master part 62 vocabulary for the eTRY JLPT course by reviewing terms such as Satsuma IMO, Sakura Namiki, Chimpanzee, Budo, Sakamichi, Coriacea, Conan, Soggy, Unsung, Dokuritsu, Hatsumi, Shin, Taku, Tokuji.

Master the kara pattern to express reasons or causes in Japanese, and learn how to connect na adjectives and nouns, including the deru kara construction, with practical examples.

Explore why he was bad at mental arithmetic and why he wanted to make a calculator, highlighting how having a calculator is really helpful.

Practice guessing outcomes from a scene about a broken kitchen window, the idea that the culprit broke in through there, and whether this is a police officer.

Explore Okinawa's history as the Ryukyu Kingdom and its unique culture and language that remain to this day.

Explore how Mr. Tanaka, who has invented many things, is called the Edison of the downtown area. Understand downtown as the low-lying area near the sea or a river.

Explore part63 vocabulary with diverse terms like Nanming, Jane Doe, Shokoku, Oyo, Sökmen, Tsugaru, Cohuna, Mimi, Sia, doc, image, cocaine, psyche, Zion, and yo.

Learn the not only A but also B sentence pattern in Japanese grammar, including noun and na-adjective usage, not only is forms, with examples from cuisine and branded products.

Identify a trusted boss as someone who is highly competent, experienced, and listens to the opinions of their subordinates.

Analyze how Asahi Electronics' new product monopolized the market share and contributed to improving the company's image.

Explore how tofu has become a popular food worldwide, highlighting its global appeal and health benefits.

Explore how disaster relief extends beyond Japan, with overseas support and volunteering in areas affected by earthquakes and typhoons.

Learn Japanese vocabulary part 64 featuring kurumi, shinko, yakusoku, okayu, soca, yoga, and storage. Reinforce 単語 recognition and boost JLPT N2 readiness.

Explore sentence pattern 64 a such as b to express examples, illustrated by dogs and cats and nuts such as walnuts and almonds.

Explore Part 65 vocabulary for the ASK Online Japanese language course: eTRY! JLPT N2. Learn terms like lifestyle seikatsu, kijun, kochu, shudan, Joshua, and shui.

Learn sentence pattern 65 a according to b, showing how b changes with a and how to express in line with lifestyle changes and safety standards.

Rewriting the report after following the teacher's advice, he then faced the challenge of writing it again.

Explore how the temperature gradually drops as you near the summit of a high mountain, and examine the grammatical point of 'according to' in context.

Explore how advances in transportation make trains, cars, and airplanes more convenient and enable people to travel farther than before.

Growing populations push land prices higher as more people move into this area, and the price of land has gone up.

Practice review and confirmation of Japanese phrases, focusing on monogatari storytelling and shodo calligraphy cues, with contextual references to Okayama.

Practice reading aloud key Japanese terms and titles such as Miyazawa, Ningen no monogatari, Okami, Shojo, Zetsumetsu, Natsumi, Emmanuel, Americano, and Yellowstone to build pronunciation and jlpt n2 fluency.