Writing
Japanese uses 3 registers of characters:
The phonetical writing is called Romaji and we use it to learn vocabulary.
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Japanese uses 3 registers of characters:
The phonetical writing is called Romaji and we use it to learn vocabulary.
There are several name suffixes that are generally added to the end of names in Japanese.
San is the usual suffix placed after names. It is a respectful term. This suffix is kind of like Ms. or Mr. but it is gender-neutral and makes no reference to marital status. -San should never be used after your own name.
Sama is a more honorific form of -san. This is most often heard in the word okyaku-sama, honored guest/customer.
Chan is a diminutive form of -san. It is usually used after the given name of close friends or younger family members. It is also used after the names of pets.
Kun is a casual suffix. It is usually used after the names of peers in a casual situation. In schools, boys will often be addressed by this suffix. In office situations, higher ups will often address subordinates with this suffix.