Ever been lost at a baseball game? Could you find your way back in Japanese? We recommend seeking out a cute cheerleader and asking for help! In today’s episode we’ll help a maigo (lost child) find his mother.
This week’s grammar point will cover some common humble expressions in Japanese. We’ll introduce oru, the humble form of iru and itasu, the humble form of suru. Understanding when and how to use humble language is critical to mastering Japanese and this lesson is the best place to start learning kenjogo (humble forms).

Category: Lower Intermediate Lessons (S2) | 10 Comments »
Grammar: te orimasu, te oru, itashimasu, itasu, orimasu, oru | Function: helping lost children | Topic: baseball, cheerleaders, Chiba Lotte Marines, children | Politeness Level: casual, honorific, Humble, Polite
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