Lexical entry

加油

jaayuu

An expression of encouragement to persist or do one's best.

Expressions & DiscoursePure GairaigoSource: Chinese

Meaning

A common Chinese-origin phrase used to cheer someone on, equivalent to 'Ganbare' in Japanese.

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謝謝

シェシェ

Chinese expression for thank you.

你好

ニーハオ

Standard Chinese greeting used in Japanese context.

再見

ツァイチェン

A parting salutation borrowed from Chinese.

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