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Interjections and Exclamations

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Interjections and Exclamations

You will need quite a bit of experience in, and understanding of, a culture to speak its language naturally. If the proper expression does not come to mind instantly, it will sound like you are reading it. When you have a chance to hear the Japanese speaking, listen carefully to the way they speak as well as to their facial expressions. If you are interested in these exclamatory expressions, Japanese comic books (manga), which include many of them, might be good a resource to explore.

Here are some of the widely used expressions. Remember that exclamations are used almost always in informal style.