LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What can you see in the picture?
2. Have you ever had a conversation with a foreigner about their experience with Japanese festivals? What did they say, and how did you respond?
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
In a bustling mall, Andy, a tourist, walks around wearing a Japanese T-shirt adorned with intricate kanji characters. Yuji, a friendly local, notices the shirt and approaches her with a warm smile.
Yuji
Andy
Thanks! I picked it up at a local market. But I don't understand this kanji. What does it mean?
Yuji
It means "bond." It's a beautiful sentiment.
Andy
Oh, that's interesting. How do I pronounce it?
[Yuji patiently helps Andy pronounce the kanji correctly, taking time to ensure she gets it right. A little while later, a cute girl approaches Andy and Yuji.]
Yuji
Your child is so cute. How old is she?
Andy
Thank you. She's just turned six.
Yuji
(to the child) What's your name? [The child giggles and tells Yuji her name, her eyes twinkling with joy.] You're such a good girl.
Andy
How about you? Do you have any children?
Yuji
Yes, I have a son. (showing his wallet) This is his photo.
Andy
Wow! He looks a lot like you.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What does Yuji compliment Andy on when he approaches him?
2. How does Yuji help Andy with the kanji on her T-shirt?
3. What does Yuji reveal about himself when Andy asks if he has children?
LET'S LEARN! 📖
| What you can say: | What you can hear: |
|---|---|
I like your T-shirt. | It's nice of you to say so. |
It looks good on you. | But I don't understand this kanji. What does it mean? |
It means "bond." | How do you pronounce it? |
Your child is so cute. How old is she? | Thank you. She's just turned six. |
(to the child) What's your name? You're a good girl. | Do you have any children? |
Yes, I have a son. (showing his wallet) This is his photo. | Wow! He looks a lot like you. |
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Local
I like your T-shirt.
Tourist
Local
It looks good on you.
Tourist
But . What ?
Local
Your child is so cute. How old is he?
Tourist
Tourist
Local
Yes, I have a daughter.
Tourist
Local
She is three years old.
Local
This is her photo.
Tourist
Wow!
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
A local compliments a tourist on her T-shirt. The tourist asks about the meaning of the characters on her shirt (子供), and the local explains its meaning and teaches her the
correct pronunciation. They then have a conversation about children in their families.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be the visitor, and the other will be the local resident. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| AS A TOURIST | AS A LOCAL RESIDENT |
|---|---|
Respond to the local's compliment on your T-shirt. | Compliment the tourist on her T-shirt. |
Ask about the meaning of the characters on your shirt. | Explain the meaning of the characters (子供) and teach the correct pronunciation. |
Repeat the pronunciation as taught by the local. | Politely ask if the tourist has children in her family. |
Answer the local's question about children in your family. | Share information about children in your own family when asked. |
Ask the local the same question about his family. |
Hey, I like your T-shirt. It looks good on you.