Author Archive | Yuliya Geikhman

16 Ways to Say “Please” in Japanese from Onegai and Onward

Being polite is an integral part of Japanese culture, so knowing how to say “please” in Japanese is a must …

The Complete Guide to Japanese Pronouns in All Their Forms

In English, referring to someone is as easy as saying “I” and “you.” Japanese personal pronouns are quite a different …

79 Untranslatable Words from Around the World

One of my favorite words in the English language is “defenestration.” It’s a beautifully succinct way to say “the act …

Say I Miss You in Chinese with 11 Heartfelt Expressions

我想你 is the go-to phrase when you want to tell a native speaker that you miss them. But if you’re …

The Meaning of Itadakimasu in Japanese and How to Use It

In Japanese culture, you must give thanks before eating your meal. It’s called itadakimasu, which is both a phrase and …

60 Vegetables in Russian

Forget fancy caviar, Russia’s culinary soul shines through its humble vegetables. From borscht’s vibrant crimson to shchi’s comforting cabbage, these …

Your Guide to Business Japanese, from Vocabulary to Essential Etiquette

Doing business in Japanese has different rules than you may be used to. There’s a maze of customs to navigate, …

11 Types of Jokes in English

Humor is an important part of any culture. It connects us with friends and strangers, plus it’s a huge step …

60 Professions in Japanese and How to Discuss Careers

What do you do for a living? Knowing how to answer this question in Japanese is a key step toward …

8 German Capitalization Rules

The written German language has a unique feature: All nouns are capitalized. This tradition, stemming from Old High German and …