Lesson 3

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As promised, honorifics come up next. No need to thank me.


San

Mr, Mrs, Miss, or Ms. Can be used formally, but also informally.


Sama

Very formal, used for someone in higher rank than yourself


Kun

A male friend around teens. If used by a girl means they are very close.


Chan

Used for babies, youngsters (lol), or even teenagers. The speaker finds the person endearing.


Senpai

A classmate who is older than you


Shi

Mostly used in letters but says you know basically nothing of the person


Sensei

A teacher (Ehem ME)


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