Nihongo to English
Nihongo To English blends language learning and stand-up humor as comedians Michelle MaliZaki and Michael Allen CPA (GoatVsFish) explore the quirks of Japanese and English—words that don’t translate, culture shocks, and why politeness can melt you faster than ice cream. Each episode moves freely between the two languages, revealing how funny and human bilingual life can be.
You’ll learn phrases, hear authentic conversation, and laugh about everything from Japanese idols and snacks to Ken-son humility and mistranslated signs.
Perfect for fans of Japanese culture, bilingual comedy, or learning Japanese the fun way.
Nihongo to English
Japanese Particle も (Mo) Explained (Also/Too) | Genki Lesson 5 EP 13
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In this episode of Nihongo to English, hosts Michael Allen CPA and Michelle MaliZaki break down Japanese particle も (mo) from Genki I (Lesson 5)—how to use も to mean “also/too,” and how it can imply “among other things.” We also practice じゃないです (janai desu) vs ではないです (dewa nai desu) for saying “not” in Japanese, plus common beginner pitfalls (like stacking “also” and “too”).
Then we do what we do best: a comedian detour into pennies, “paying to do the work,” and the Flying Spaghetti Monster (Amen… Ramen).
If you’re studying Japanese with Genki—or you’re English-curious and like your learning with chaos—come hang out.
Theme Jingle by Michelle MaliZaki
今回の Nihongo to English は、ホストの Michael Allen CPA と Michelle MaliZaki が Genki I(第5課) を使って 助詞「も」 を解説します。「も」= “also / too(〜も)” の基本用法に加えて、「ほかにも色々ある」という 含み(暗示) が出る使い方も練習。さらに、否定表現の 「じゃないです」 と 「ではないです」(カジュアル/ややフォーマル)の違いも整理しながら、初心者がつまずきやすいポイントを一緒に確認します。
…そして当然、話は脱線します。ペニーの話から「お金を払って自分で作業するのがアメリカンドリーム?」、さらには フライング・スパゲッティ・モンスター まで(Amen… Ramen)。
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