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Dive into the whimsical world of Nyan-go! Follow us to transform your Japanese into a playful cat's conversation. It's not just learning a language; it's embarking on a cultural adventure. Perfect for the learners who love Japanese pop culture. Let's Nyan-go!
About Us
Making Learning Fun with a Feline Twist
Welcome to Nyango Lingo, where we turn Japanese language learning into an entertaining journey infused with adorable 'cat lingo' elements. Our mission is simple: make language learning delightful.
At Nyango Lingo, our mission is to create an engaging learning environment that infuses Japanese language with a playful twist inspired by the 'cat speak' phenomenon. Our platform is designed to make learning Japanese enjoyable, breaking down language barriers with a healthy dose of fun.
Nyango Lingo is not your traditional language-learning platform. Rather than focusing solely on conventional Japanese, we infuse our lessons with adorable 'cat lingo' elements that transform common phrases into expressions even a feline would love. For instance, instead of saying "Konnichiwa," we say "Konnichi-nyan"!!
We've created a unique approach to language learning by integrating playful elements into our lessons, focusing on 'Nyan-go' phrases. We design our lessons to be not only instructive but also interactive and entertaining, providing learners with an immersive language experience.
Nyango Lingo also provides comprehensive language learning guides with vocabulary tables, example sentences, and much more, crafted to cater to a diverse range of learners. These include not just the 'Nyan-go' phrases, but also crucial aspects of the Japanese language that are sure to help learners improve their linguistic skills.
たま
たま
たまちゃん (Tama-chan)
Say hi to Tama! She's full of life and ready to make learning fun!
Tama speaks her own language called Nyango (like Japanese but cat-like). She's always getting into funny situations, which makes learning with her a real hoot!
Tama might not be the best at formal Japanese, but her energy and charm make it so much fun to learn. And with her teacher, Pochi-sensei, she's getting better every day.
She's learning Japanese and aims to be a VTuber. You'll laugh, learn, and maybe even fall in love with learning with Tama-chan!
ぽち先生
ぽち先生
ぽち先生 (Pochi-sensei)
Pochi-sensei is a cool guy who knows Nyango (that's kitty-talk!) and standard Japanese. So if you're like Tama and want to learn both, Pochi's your man.
He's always patient and understanding with Tama as she learns, and he'll be the same with you. He'll help you spot the little differences between Nyango and Japanese.
Join Pochi and Tama for a fun-filled language journey. Who knows? You might end up having a blast learning a new language!
1.
Nyango greetings
for Beginners
2.
Hiraganya
3.
Katakanya
coming soon
4.
Self-introduction
Number
5.
Nyango
"What is it?"
6.
Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
1. Nyango Greetings
for Beginners
Welcome to our fun and unique Nyan-go class! In this lesson designed for beginners who have no prior knowledge of Japanese, we're going to focus on introducing the basics of writing systems in Japanese – Hiragana and Katakana. But remember, we're not just learning Japanese here, we're mastering the cute language of cats known as Nyan-go! Get ready to purr-fect your language skills!
1. Nyango Greetings
for Beginners
Good morning おはよう
- おはにゃん
- oha-nyan
- "Ohayou" is a greeting used in the morning. In Nyan-go, we remove the elongation, hence, it becomes "Oha-nyan".
Hello こんにちは
- こんにちにゃん
- Konnichi-nyan
- "Hello" in English translates to "Konnichiwa" in Japanese. It's a common greeting used during the day. In Nyan-go, we add a playful twist by saying "konnichi-nyan".
Good evening こんばんは
- こんばんにゃん
- konban-nyan
- "Konbanwa" is a greeting used in the evening. In Nyan-go, we replace the last vowel with "Nyan", making it "Konban-nyan".
1. Nyango Greetings
for Beginners
I'm sorry ごめんなさい
- ごめんにゃさい
- gomen-nyasai
- "Gomennasai" is an apology. In Nyan-go, we replace "Na" with "Nya", resulting in "Gomen-nyasai".
Thank you ありがとう
- ありがとにゃん
- arigato-nyan
- "Arigatou" is used to express gratitude. In Nyan-go, we remove the elongation and add "Nyan" to make it "Arigato-nyan".
I'll have it いただきます
- いただきにゃす
- itadaki-nyasu
- "Itadakimasu" is used before meals. In Nyan-go, we replace "Masu" with "Nyasu", hence, it becomes "Itadaki-nyasu".
1. Nyango Greetings
for Beginners
Thank you for the meal ごちそうさま
- ごちそうさにゃ
- gochisousa-nya
- "gochisousama" is a phrase used after meals. In Nyan-go, we add "nyan" to the end of phrases, hence, it becomes "gochisousama-nyan".
I'm leaving いってきます
- いってきにゃす
- itteki-nyasu
- "ittekimasu" is used when leaving the home. In Nyan-go, we replace "masu" with "nyasu", hence, it becomes "ittekinyasu".
I'm home ただいま
- ただいにゃ
- tadai-nya
- "tadaima" is a phrase used when returning home. In Nyan-go, we replace the last vowel sound with "nya", hence, it becomes "tada-inya".
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
In today's lesson, we will focus on the unique elements of writing in Nyan-go, the playful cat language derived from Japanese. We'll cover how to write and read words such as "にゃん", "にゃあ", "にゃんこ", "にゃんご", and "ねこ". Let's dive in and learn to write like a cat!
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
にゃん
にゃん nyan
"にゃん" is the sound that a cat makes in Japanese, similar to "meow" in English. It's a fun and playful way to add a feline touch to your Japanese.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
にゃあ
にゃあ Nyaa
"にゃあ" is another sound a cat makes, typically representing a longer meow. It can also be used to give your Japanese a playful cat-like feel.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
にゃんこ
にゃんこ Nyanko
"にゃんこ" is a cute way to say "cat" in Japanese. It's derived from "にゃん", the sound a cat makes, and "こ", a diminutive suffix often used to sound cute or affectionate.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
にゃんご
にゃんご Nyango
"にゃんご" is a playful term used to refer to the language spoken by cats. It's derived from "にゃん", the sound a cat makes, and "ご", which is a suffix used for language names in Japanese.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
ねこ
ねこ neko
"ねこ" is the standard word for "cat" in Japanese. It's a simple and straightforward way to refer to our feline friends.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
に
「に」(ni):
Start with a short, leftward stroke.
Add a second, longer stroke that curves downward from the right.
Finish with a third, downward stroke on the right side.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
ゃ
「ゃ」(small ya):
This character is a smaller version of 「や」(ya). It's used in combination with other characters to create sounds like "nya", "kya", "sha", etc.
Start with a small, leftward stroke.
Add a second, larger stroke that curves downward from the right.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
ん
「ん」(n):
This character is unique as it's the only hiragana made up of just one stroke.
Start at the top and create a curve that moves to the right before coming down and finishing towards the left.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
あ
「あ」(a):
Start with a small, horizontal stroke from left to right.
Add a second, downward stroke on the right side.
Finish with a third, horizontal stroke from left to right.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
こ
「こ」(ko):
Start with a short, downward stroke on the left.
Add a second, larger stroke that curves downward from the right.
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
ご
「ご」(go):
The character 「ご」 is simply the character 「こ」 (ko) with two small dashes, called "dakuten", added in the top right corner. The "dakuten" change the sound from "ko" to "go".
2. Hiraganya (hiragana)
ね
「ね」(ne):
Start with a small, horizontal stroke from left to right.
Add a second, downward stroke on the right side, and without lifting your pen/pencil, extend it to the left in a curving stroke that loops around to form a circle.
Finish with a third, short vertical stroke on the right side.
4. Self-introduction,
Numbers
Hey future Nyan-go speakers! In today's lesson, we'll start our Nyan-go journey by learning about self-introduction and numbers from 1 to 100. Nyan-go is the cutest way to communicate, inspired by the playful nature of our feline friends. So, let's start this exciting journey and meow our way to fluency!
4. Numbers
Nyango Numbers RUles 1
- Let's talk about numbers in the Nyan language! They are quite unique and fun to learn. Here's how we count from 1 to 100:
- For numbers 1 to 10, we have specific Nyan words: 1 (ichi), 2 (nya), 3 (nyan), 4 (yon), 5 (go), 6 (roku), 7 (nyanya), 8 (nyachi), 9 (kyuu), 10 (jyuu).
- For numbers between 11 and 19, we use "jyuu" (which means 10) followed by the Nyan word for 1 to 9. For instance, 11 is "jyuunyan" (10 + 1), 12 is "jyuunya" (10 + 2), and so on.
- For multiples of 10 (20, 30, 40...90), we take the Nyan word for the digit (2, 3, 4...9) and add "jyuu" (which means 10). So 20 becomes "nyajyuu", 30 is "nyanjyuu", 40 is "yonjyuu", and so on.
4. Numbers
Nyango Numbers RUles 2
- For numbers between 21 and 99 (that are not multiples of 10), we use the Nyan word for the tens place, add "jyuu", and then the Nyan word for the ones place. So 21 is "nyajyuunyan", 32 is "nyanjyuunya", 45 is "yonjyuugo", and so on.
- For 100, we simply say "hyaku".
- So, with these rules, you can count any number from 1 to 100 in Nyan language! Learning numbers in Nyan language can be a fun and unique way to engage with the Japanese language!
4. Numbers
いち (ichi)
にゃ (nya)
にゃん (nyan)
よん (yon)
ご (go)
ろく (roku)
にゃにゃ (nyanya)
にゃち (nyachi)
きゅう (kyuu)
じゅう(Juu)
4. Self-introduction
My name is John.
watashi no namae wa john desu.
- watashi no namae wa john nyan.
- "My name is ___" is "watashi no namae wa ___ desu" in Japanese. For a fun Nyan-go twist, we replace "desu" with "nyan".
I am 22 years old.
watashi wa nyajunyasai desu.
- watashi wa nyajuu nya sai nyan.
- To say your age in Japanese, you use "watashi wa __ sai desu". In Nyan-go, the numbers and "desu" are turned into their nyan counterparts. Hence, "22 years old" becomes "nyajuu nya sai nyan".
4. Self-introduction
I am from Tokyo.
watashi wa tokyo kara kimashita.
- watashi wa tokyo kara kinnyanmashita.
- "I am from ___" is "watashi wa ___ kara kimashita" in Japanese. In Nyan-go, "kimashita" becomes "kinnyanmashita".
I am a student.
watashi wa gakusei desu.
- watashi wa gakusei nyan.
- "I am a student" in Japanese is "watashi wa gakusei desu". In Nyan-go, we replace "desu" with "nyan".
I love cats.
watashi wa neko ga daisuki desu.
- watashi wa nyanko ga daisuki nyan.
- "I love ___" is "watashi wa ___ ga daisuki desu" in Japanese. In Nyan-go, "neko" becomes "nyanko" and "desu" becomes "nyan".
5. Nyango "What is it?"
Welcome to today's Nyan-go lesson! In our lesson today, we're going to dive into the Nyan-go world and learn how to ask "What is it?" We'll understand how to use "にゃに" which means "what" in Nyan-go, equivalent to "何" (nan) in Japanese. Additionally, we'll be exploring "にゃん", a unique feature in Nyan-go that can be equated to the copula "です" (desu) in Japanese. It acts as a linking word, connecting a subject with what we're expressing about that subject, much like "is" or "are" in English. We will also take a peek at some common objects found in your bedroom and bathroom, and how to identify them in Nyan-go. At the end of this lesson, you will be capable of starting basic dialogues in Nyan-go and identify common items around you. Let's dive in and discover the delightful language of Nyan-go!
5. Nyango "What is it?"
What is it? なんですか？
- にゃににゃんか？
- nyani-nyan-ka?
- "にゃににゃんか?" is the Nyan-go version of "What is it?". "にゃに" is derived from "なに", which means "what". "にゃん" substitutes "です" in the sentence, serving as a linking word, and "か" is a particle that turns statements into questions.
It is a bed. ベッドです。
- べっどにゃん。
- beddo-nyan.
- In Nyan-go, "べっどにゃん" means "It is a bed". Here, "べっど" is the word for "bed" and "にゃん" substitutes "です", connecting the subject with what is being said about it. Thus, "べっどにゃん" collectively translates to "It is a bed".
5. Nyango "What is it?"
Is it a bed?
ベッドですか？
- べっどにゃんか？
- beddo-nyan-ka?
- "べっどにゃんか?" is how you ask "Is it a bed?" in Nyan-go. "べっど" is "bed" and "にゃんか" is used instead of "ですか", forming a question about the subject.
Yes, it is.
はい、そうです。
- はい、そうにゃん。
- hai, sou-nyan.
- The phrase "はい、そうにゃん" means "Yes, it is". "はい" is "yes", "そう" represents "so" or "it is", and "にゃん" is a substitute for "です", indicating the state of the subject. Thus, "はい、そうにゃん" signifies "Yes, it is".
No, it isn't.
いいえ、ちがいます。
- いいえ、ちがうにゃん。
- iie, chigau-nyan.
- In Nyan-go, "いいえ、ちがうにゃん" translates to "No, it isn't". "いいえ" means "no", "ちがう" denotes "different" or "not", and "にゃん" is used in place of "です", representing the
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
In today's lesson, we are going to learn about demonstrative pronouns ("this", "that", etc.) in Japanese, known as the "ko-so-a-do" pattern. We'll also learn how to use the は particle, and develop our vocabulary to help us answer "Which one?" questions. And to make things more fun, we're going to do this all in Nyan language! This lesson is designed to be engaging and entertaining, making the first steps into the Japanese language less intimidating and more enjoyable.
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
Kore (これ)
This term is used to indicate something close to the speaker. It corresponds to "this" or "this one" in English. For example, if you are holding a book and want to say "This is a book," you would say "Kore wa hon desu."
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
SORE(それ)
This term is used to refer to something close to the listener or something that the listener knows about. It corresponds to "that" or "that one" in English. For instance, if you want to ask a friend about a book near them, you could say "Sore wa nan desu ka?" which means "What is that?"
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
ARE(あれ)
"Are" (あれ): This term refers to something far from both the speaker and the listener. It corresponds to "that over there" or "that one over there" in English. If you want to point out a building far away, you could say "Are wa toshokan desu," which means "That over there is a library."
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
DORE(どれ)
"Dore" (どれ) is another one of the "ko-so-a-do" words in Japanese. It is used to ask "which one" when referring to three or more items. When only two items are being referred to, "dochira" or its more casual form "docchi" is used.
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
"Nani" (なに/なん):
- "Nani" (何): It is generally used when asking about the nature or identity of something. For example, "Nani wo tabemasu ka?" (何を食べますか?) translates to "What will you eat?"
- "Nan" (何): The use of "nan" instead of "nani" occurs in specific grammatical circumstances, often before "desu" (です), particles such as "de" (で) and "da" (だ), and counters. For example, "Nan desu ka?" (何ですか?) translates to "What is it?"
In Nyan language, "nani" and "nan" are both replaced with "nyan". For example, "Nani wo tabemasu ka?" becomes "Nyan wo tabemasu ka?" and "Nan desu ka?" becomes "Nyan desu ka?
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
This is a pen.
これはペンです。
- これはペンにゃん。
- kore wa pen nyan.
- The particle "です(desu)" is replaced with "にゃん(nyan)" in Nyan language.
That (near you) is a cat.
それは猫です。
- それはねこにゃん。
- sore wa neko nyan.
- The particle "です(desu)" is replaced with "にゃん(nyan)" in Nyan language.
That (over there) is a book.
あれは本です。
- あれはほんにゃん。
- are wa hon nyan.
- The particle "です(desu)" is replaced with "にゃん(nyan)" in Nyan language.
6. Kore, Sore, Are, Dore
What is this?
これはなんですか?
- これはにゃんですか?
- kore wa nyan desu ka?
- "What is this?" in English translates to "これは何ですか?" in Japanese, which in Nyan-go becomes "これはにゃんですか?".
What is that?
それはなんですか?
- それはにゃんですか?
- sore wa nyan desu ka?
- "What is that?" in English translates to "それは何ですか?" in Japanese, which in Nyan-go becomes "それはにゃんですか?".
What is that over there?
あれはなんですか?
- あれはにゃんですか?
- are wa nyan desu ka?
- "What is that over there?" in English translates to "あれは何ですか?" in Japanese, which in Nyan-go becomes "あれはにゃんですか?".
vocabularies list
vocabularies list
1. Hiraganya Chart
a | i | u | e | o | |
あ (a) | い (i) | う (u) | え (e) | お (o) | |
k | か (ka) | き (ki) | く (ku) | け (ke) | こ (ko) |
s | さ (sa) | し (shi) | す (su) | せ (se) | そ (so) |
t | た (ta) | ち (chi) | つ (tsu) | て (te) | と (to) |
n | にゃ (nya) | に (ni) | にゅ (nyu) | にぇ (nye) | にょ (nyo) |
h | は (ha) | ひ (hi) | ふ (fu) | へ (he) | ほ (ho) |
m | ま (ma) | み (mi) | む (mu) | め (me) | も (mo) |
y | や (ya) | ゆ (yu) | よ (yo) | ||
r | ら (ra) | り (ri) | る (ru) | れ (re) | ろ (ro) |
w | わ (wa) | を (wo) | |||
n | ん (n) |
2. Nyango Numbers
Let's Count
Nyango Numbers
Number | Japanese | Nyango |
1 | いち | ichi |
2 | に | nya |
3 | さん | nyan |
4 | よん | yon |
5 | ご | go |
6 | ろく | roku |
7 | しち | nyanya |
8 | はち | nyachi |
9 | きゅう | kyuu |
10 | じゅう | jyuu |
2. Nyango Numbers
11-19 | じゅう＋(1-9) | jyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
20 | にじゅう | nyajyuu |
21-29 | にじゅう＋(1-9) | nyajyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
30 | さんじゅう | nyanjyuu |
31-39 | さんじゅう＋(1-9) | nyanjyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
40 | よんじゅう | yonjyuu |
41-49 | よんじゅう＋(1-9) | yonjyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
50 | ごじゅう | gojyuu |
51-59 | ごじゅう＋(1-9) | gojyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
60 | ろくじゅう | rokujuu |
61-69 | ろくじゅう＋(1-9) | rokujuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
70 | しちじゅう | nyanyajyuu |
71-79 | しちじゅう＋(1-9) | nyanyajyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
80 | はちじゅう | nyachijyuu |
81-89 | はちじゅう＋(1-9) | nyachijyuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
90 | きゅうじゅう | kyuujuu |
91-99 | きゅうじゅう＋(1-9) | kyuujuu + (Nyango 1-9) |
100 | ひゃく | hyaku |
1.
Nyango greetings
2. Communication
3.
Getting to know each other
4.
Nyango Prefectures
5.
6.
1. Nyango Greetings
for Intermediates
On this section, we're focusing on greetings in Japanese. Greetings are essential to start a conversation and show respect to the person you meet. We'll create a fun twist on learning these by using Nyan-go, a playful, cat-inspired language that modifies traditional Japanese phrases. You'll find yourself not only mastering the standard greetings but also engaging in cute, cat-like Japanese banter. Let's start!
1. Nyango Greetings
-pick up-
Good morning おはよう
- おはにゃん
- Ohanyan
- "Good morning" translates to "おはよう" (Ohayou) in Japanese. In Nyan-go, we cut the sound short and add a "にゃん", making it "ohanyan".
Hello こんにちは
- こんにちにゃん
- Konnichinyan
- "Hello" in English translates to "こんにちは" (Konnichiwa) in Japanese. It's a common greeting used during the day. In Nyan-go, we add a playful twist by saying "konnichinyan".
Good evening こんばんは
- こんばんにゃん
- Konbannyan
- "Good evening" in Japanese is "こんばんは" (Konbanwa). In Nyan-go, we say "konbannyan", making our evenings a little more fun!
1. Nyango Greetings
-pick up-
Goodbye さようなら
- さようにゃら
- Sayounyara
- "Goodbye" translates to "さようなら" (Sayounara) in Japanese. In Nyan-go, we switch things up and say "sayounyara".
I'm sorry ごめんなさい
- ごめんにゃさい
- Gomennyasai
- "I'm sorry" in Japanese is "ごめんなさい" (Gomennasai). In Nyan-go, we replace the "na" with "nya", creating "gomennyasai".
Thank You ありがとう
- ありがとうにゃん！
- Arigatounyan!
- 'Thank You' in Japanese is 'ありがとう'. In Nyan-go, we say 'Arigatounyan'.
1. Nyango Greetings
-pick up- more
Hello! How's it going?
ハロー！元気にゃん？
- Haroo! Genki nyan?
- This phrase blends English and Nyan-go to create a casual greeting. The word "genki" is a versatile term in Japanese, often used to ask how someone is doing.
Goodbye! See you later!
- さようにゃら！またにゃん！
- Sayou-nyara! Mata nyan! session
- A combination of farewell phrases that encapsulates the fun and playful spirit of Nyan-go.
Thank you for today!
- 今日はありがとうにゃん！
- Kyou wa arigato-nyan!
- The phrase "kyou wa" means "today", and "arigato" means "thank you". The "nyan" at the end of "arigato" makes expressing gratitude even more delightful.
2. Nyango
First Communication -pick up-
On this page, the lesson is inspired by your desire to communicate more effectively when you're feeling a bit lost in a Japanese conversation. We're going to practice asking for repetition, clarification, and help with translations. And since we are all about making learning fun, we're adding a feline twist to our language practice with Nyan-go, a playful mix of Japanese and the sweet sound cats make!
2. Nyango First Communication
-pick up-
I'm sorry, I don't really understand. すみません、よくわかりません。
- すみません、よくわかりませんにゃん。
- sumimasen, yoku wakarimasen nyan.
- how you express that you don't quite understand something in Japanese. It's "I'm sorry, I don't really understand" in English.
Can you say that again, please? もういちど、お願いします。
- もういちど、おねがいにゃす。
- mou ichido, onegai nyasu.
- "Mou ichido, onegai shimasu" is the polite way to ask someone to repeat something in Japanese. It's the same as saying "Can you say that again, please?" in English.
Do you speak English? 英語、できますか？
- 英語、できにゃすか？
- eigo, deki nyasu ka?
- "Eigo, dekimasu ka?" is how you ask someone if they can speak English. It's similar to asking "Do you speak English?" in English.
2. Nyango First Communication
-pick up-
How do you say this in English? これは英語でなんと言いますか？
- これは英語でにゃんといいますにゃん？
- kore wa eigo de nan to iimasu nyan?
- "Kore wa eigo de nan to iimasu ka?" is how you ask how to say something in English. It's "How do you say this in English?" in English.
Can you speak slowly? ゆっくり話してもらえますか？
- ゆっくりはなしてもらえにゃすか？
- yukkuri hanashite morae nyasu ka?
- "Yukkuri hanashite moraemasu ka?" is how you ask someone to speak slowly in Japanese. It's the equivalent of saying "Can you speak slowly?" in English.
Please teach me Japanese. 日本語を教えてください。
- 日本語をおしえてくだにゃい。
- nihongo o oshiete kuda nyai.
- "Nihongo o oshiete kudasai" is how you ask someone to teach you Japanese. It's the equivalent of saying "Please teach me Japanese" in English.
2. Nyango First Communication -pick up-
The cat doesn't understand Japanese. にゃんこは日本語がわからない。
- にゃんこは日本語がわからにゃい。
- nyanko wa nihongo ga wakara nyai.
- a fun sentence meaning "The cat doesn't understand Japanese". In Nyan-go, we change "neko" to "nyanko" for a cuter effect.
The cat is learning Japanese.
nyanko
は日本語を学んでいる。
- にゃんこは日本語をまなんでいるにゃん。
- nyanko wa nihongo o manande iru nyan.
- a playful sentence meaning "The cat is learning Japanese". In Nyan-go, we change "neko" to "nyanko" for a cuter effect.
The cat loves sushi. 猫は寿司が大好きです。
- にゃんこはすしがだいすきにゃん。
- nyanko wa sushi ga daisuki nyan.
- "Neko wa sushi ga daisuki" means "The cat loves sushi". In Nyan-go, we change "neko" to "nyanko" and add "nyan" at the end to make it sound cute and playful.
3. Nyango getting to know
each other -pick up-
On this page, the lesson centers on getting to know each other better. We will focus on key phrases that are useful when introducing ourselves and meeting new people, such as "Nice to meet you," and asking questions like "Where are you from?"
3. Nyango getting to know each other -pick up-
Hello, my name is Lisa, I'm from Canada. こんにちは、私の名前はリサで、カナダ出身です。
- こんにちは、名前はリサにゃん、カナダ出身にゃん。
- Konnichiwa, namae wa Lisa nyan, Kanada shusshin nyan.
- a typical self-introduction includes a greeting, your name, and your origin. "にゃん" is added to make it sound like a cat.
Where are you from, Ken? ケン、あなたの出身はどこですか？
- ケン、出身はどこにゃん？
- Ken, shusshin wa doko nyan?
- When asking someone about their origins, it is common to include their name at the beginning for politeness. The Nyan-go version maintains the same structure.
Nice to meet you! よろしくお願いします。
- よろしくにゃん！
- Yoroshiku nyan!
- "よろしくお願いします" is a set phrase used when meeting someone for the first time in Japan. In Nyan-go, it's simplified and cat-ified with "にゃん".
3. Nyango getting to know each other -pick up-
I was born on March 15th, 1995. 私は1995年3月15日に生まれました。
- 生年月日は１９９５年３月１５日にゃん。
- Seinengappi wa 1995 nen 3 gatsu 15 nichi nyan.
- The Japanese usually express their date of birth in the Year-Month-Day format. The Nyan-go version follows this order, with "にゃん" at the end.
Could you please write your name and country on this name tag? 名札に、あなたの名前と国を書いてもらえますか？
- 名札に、名前と国を書いてにゃす？
- Nafuda ni, namae to kuni wo kaite nyasu?
- It's polite to use "もらえますか" when asking someone to do something for you. In Nyan-go, we change "ます" to "にゃす" to make it cat-like.
I'm studying at Tokyo University. 私は東京大学で勉強しています。
- 東京大学で勉強してるにゃん。
- Toukyou Daigaku de benkyou shiteru nyan.
- In Japanese, you indicate the place where an action is taking place with "で". The Nyan-go version retains the same structure, ending with "にゃん".
3. Nyango getting to know each other
-pick up-
My favorite food is sushi. 私の好きな食べ物は寿司です。
- 好きな食べ物は寿司にゃん。
- Suki na tabemono wa sushi nyan. In
- Japanese, you use "好きな" to describe something you like. In Nyan-go, we use the same expression and add "にゃん" at the end.
I have two cats. 私は猫を二匹飼っています。
- 猫を二匹飼ってるにゃん。
- Neko wo ni hiki katteru nyan.
- In Japanese, the counter for small animals like cats is "匹". This structure is kept in Nyan-go, but ended with "にゃん".
I am happy to meet you. あなたに会えて嬉しいです。
- 会えてうれしにゃん。
- Aete ureshi nyan.
- Expressing emotions in Japanese often ends with "です". In Nyan-go, this formal ending is replaced with the casual and fun "にゃん".
4. Nyango Prefectures
Ready for a Japanese adventure with a twist? Here, you'll learn to express your admiration for the distinct beauty of Japanese prefectures, all in Nyango! Learn to ask about others' favorite locations and engage in charmingly cute conversations. With Nyango, we're adding a dash of fun to exploring Japan! 🐾
4. Nyango Prefectures Kyushu
Kyushu is the third largest island of Japan, located in the southwest of the country's archipelago. It is bordered by the Sea of Japan to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east.
Kyushu region consists of seven prefectures: Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima. The region is also often associated with Okinawa Prefecture, forming the larger Kyushu-Okinawa region.
Kyushu is known for its unique culture, vibrant history, and beautiful natural landscapes. The region has significant historical relevance, being considered the gateway through which many cultural influences entered Japan from different countries.
4. Nyango Prefectures Kyushu
Fukuonya (Fukuoka)
The largest city, Fukuoka, is a vibrant metropolis, acting as the economic and administrative hub of Kyushu. Fukuoka is famous for its delicious street food, including Hakata Ramen.
4. Nyango Prefectures Kyushu
Minyazaki (Miyazaki)
This city is particularly celebrated for its delectable Miyazaki beef, alongside other local delicacies such as "chicken nanban".
vocabularies list
vocabularies list
Nyango Greetings Vocabulary for Intermediates List 1
Nice to meet you | はじめまして | はじめましてにゃん | hajimemashitenyan | A customary greeting when you meet someone for the first time. Adding a cute 'nyan' at the end adds a playful touch. |
Good morning | おはよう・おはようございます | おはにゃん | ohan-nyan | A friendly greeting to start the day. We shorten the word and end it with a nyan for a touch of feline grace! |
Hello (Day) | こんにちは | こんにゃん | konn-nyan | The sun is high and so is our spirit. Time for a 'nyan' twist to our daily greeting. |
Good evening | こんばんは | こんばんにゃん | konbann-nyan | When the night falls, don't forget to sprinkle a little 'nyan' magic to your greeting. |
Please / Nice to meet you | よろしく・よろしくおねがいします | よろしくおねがいしにゃす | yoroshiku onegaishi-nyasu | A way to ask for someone's favor or when you wish to get along well. Don't forget the magical 'nyas' at the end. |
Goodbye | さようなら | さようにゃら | sayou-nyara | When it's time to part, let's part in 'nyan' style. |
Thank you | ありがとにゃん | arigaton-nyan | Nothing says thank you like a hearty 'nyan' at the end. | |
I'm sorry | ごめんなさい | ごめんにゃさい | gomen-nyasai | When you need to apologize, do it with the softness of a 'nyas'. |
Let's eat | いただきます | いただきますにゃん | itadakimasun-nyan | Before you start your meal, don't forget to say this. And of course, add a nyan! |
Thank you for the meal | ごちそうさま | ごちそうさまにゃん | gochisousaman-nyan | After a good meal, express your gratitude with a soft nyan. |
Nyango Greetings Vocabulary for Intermediates List 2
This is delicious. | これはおいしいです。 | これはおいしいにゃん。 | kore wa oishii nyan. | "Kore wa oishii desu" is used to express that something tastes good in Japanese. It's similar to saying "This is delicious" in English. |
I'm tired. | 疲れました。 | 疲れたにゃん。 | tsukareta nyan. | "Tsukaremashita" is a way to express that you're tired in Japanese. It's equivalent to saying "I'm tired" in English. |
I'll see you tomorrow. | 明日会いましょう。 | あした会いましょうにゃん。 | ashita aimashou nyan. | "Ashita aimashou" is a way to say "Let's meet tomorrow" in Japanese. |
I love cats. | 猫が好きです。 | 猫が好きにゃん。 | neko ga suki nyan. | "Neko ga suki desu" is how to express that you like cats in Japanese. It's similar to saying "I love cats" in English. |
I'm studying. | 勉強しています。 | 勉強してるにゃん。 | benkyou shiteru nyan. | "Benkyou shiteimasu" is used to express that you are studying in Japanese. It's equivalent to saying "I'm studying" in English. |
What time is it? | 今何時ですか？ | 今何時にゃん？ | ima nanji nyan? | "Ima nanji desu ka?" is how you ask for the time in Japanese. It's similar to saying "What time is it?" in English. |
Where's the bathroom? | トイレはどこですか？ | トイレはどこにゃん？ | toire wa doko nyan? | "Toire wa doko desu ka?" is how you ask for the location of the bathroom in Japanese. It's equivalent to saying "Where's the bathroom?" in English. |
Good night. | おやすみなさい。 | おやすみにゃん。 | oyasuminyan. | "Oyasuminasai" is a way to say goodnight in Japanese. It's similar to saying "Good night" in English. |
Nyango First Communication Vocabulary List 1
I'm sorry, I don't really understand. | すみません、よくわかりません。 | すみません、よくわかりませんにゃん。 | sumimasen, yoku wakarimasen nyan. | "Sumimasen, yoku wakarimasen" is how you express that you don't quite understand something in Japanese. It's the equivalent of saying "I'm sorry, I don't really understand" in English. |
Can you say that again, please? | もういちど、お願いします。 | もういちど、おねがいにゃす。 | mou ichido, onegai nyasu. | "Mou ichido, onegai shimasu" is the polite way to ask someone to repeat something in Japanese. It's the same as saying "Can you say that again, please?" in English. |
Do you speak English? | 英語、できますか？ | 英語、できにゃすか？ | eigo, deki nyasu ka? | "Eigo, dekimasu ka?" is how you ask someone if they can speak English. It's similar to asking "Do you speak English?" in English. |
How do you say this in English? | これは英語で何と言いますか？ | これは英語でなんといいますにゃん？ | kore wa eigo de nan to iimasu nyan? | "Kore wa eigo de nan to iimasu ka?" is how you ask how to say something in English. It's the equivalent of asking "How do you say this in English?" in English. |
The cat doesn't understand Japanese. | にゃんこは日本語がわからない。 | にゃんこは日本語がわからにゃい。 | nyanko wa nihongo ga wakara nyai. | "Neko wa nihongo ga wakaranai" is a fun sentence meaning "The cat doesn't understand Japanese". In Nyan-go, we change "neko" to "nyanko" for a cuter effect. |
Nyango First Communication Vocabulary List 2
The cat loves sushi. | 猫は寿司が大好きです。 | にゃんこはすしがだいすきにゃん。 | nyanko wa sushi ga daisuki nyan. | "Neko wa sushi ga daisuki" means "The cat loves sushi". In Nyan-go, we change "neko" to "nyanko" and add "nyan" at the end to make it sound cute and playful. |
The cat is drinking milk. | 猫はミルクを飲んでいます。 | にゃんこはみるくをのんでいるにゃん。 | nyanko wa miruku o nonde iru nyan. | "Neko wa miruku o nonde iru" means "The cat is drinking milk". In Nyan-go, we change "neko" to "nyanko" and add "nyan" at the end. |
The cat is playing with a ball. | 猫はボールで遊んでいます。 | にゃんこはぼーるであそんでいるにゃん。 | nyanko wa booru de asonde iru nyan. | "Neko wa booru de asonde iru" means "The cat is playing with a ball". We change "neko" to "nyanko" and add "nyan" at the end. |
The cat is sleeping. | 猫は寝ています。 | にゃんこはねているにゃん。 | nyanko wa nete iru nyan. | "Neko wa nete iru" means "The cat is sleeping". We change "neko" to "nyanko" and add "nyan" at the end. |
The cat is watching TV. | 猫はテレビを見ています。 | にゃんこはてれびをみているにゃん。 | nyanko wa terebi o mite iru nyan. | "Neko wa terebi o mite iru" means "The cat is watching TV". We change "neko" to "nyanko" and add "nyan" at the end. |
Nyango getting to know each other Vocabulary List 1
Hello, my name is Lisa, I'm from Canada. | こんにちは、私の名前はリサで、カナダ出身です。 | こんにちは、名前はリサにゃん、カナダ出身にゃん。 | Konnichiwa, namae wa Lisa nyan, Kanada shusshin nyan. | In Japanese, a typical self-introduction includes a greeting, your name, and your origin. In the Nyan-go version, "にゃん" is added to make it sound like a cat talking. |
Where are you from, Ken? | ケン、あなたの出身はどこですか？ | ケン、出身はどこにゃん？ | Ken, shusshin wa doko nyan? | When asking someone about their origins, it is common to include their name at the beginning for politeness. The Nyan-go version maintains the same structure. |
I was born on March 15th, 1995. | 私は1995年3月15日に生まれました。 | 生年月日は１９９５年３月１５日にゃん。 | Seinengappi wa 1995 nen 3 gatsu 15 nichi nyan. | The Japanese usually express their date of birth in the Year-Month-Day format. The Nyan-go version follows this order, with "にゃん" at the end. |
Could you please write your name and country on this name tag? | 名札に、あなたの名前と国を書いてもらえますか？ | 名札に、名前と国を書いてにゃす？ | Nafuda ni, namae to kuni wo kaite nyasu? | In Japanese, it's polite to use "もらえますか" when asking someone to do something for you. In Nyan-go, we change "ます" to "にゃす" to make it cat-like. |
Nyango getting to know each other Vocabulary List 2
I'm studying at Tokyo University. | 私は東京大学で勉強しています。 | 東京大学で勉強してるにゃん。 | Toukyou Daigaku de benkyou shiteru nyan. | In Japanese, you indicate the place where an action is taking place with "で". The Nyan-go version retains the same structure, ending with "にゃん" to create the cat-like speech. |
My favorite food is sushi. | 私の好きな食べ物は寿司です。 | 好きな食べ物は寿司にゃん。 | Suki na tabemono wa sushi nyan. | In Japanese, you use "好きな" to describe something you like. In Nyan-go, we use the same expression and add "にゃん" at the end. |
Please call me Mike. | マイクと呼んでください。 | マイクと呼んでにゃす。 | Mike to yonde nyasu. | When you want someone to use a specific name or nickname to refer to you in Japanese, you say "(name)と呼んでください". In Nyan-go, we replace "ください" with "にゃす". |
I have two cats. | 私は猫を二匹飼っています。 | 猫を二匹飼ってるにゃん。 | Neko wo ni hiki katteru nyan. | In Japanese, the counter for small animals like cats is "匹". This structure is kept in Nyan-go, but ended with "にゃん". |
I am happy to meet you. | あなたに会えて嬉しいです。 | 会えてうれしにゃん。 | Aete ureshi nyan. | Expressing emotions in Japanese often ends with "です". In Nyan-go, this formal ending is replaced with the casual and fun "にゃん". |