answersLogoWhite

0

It is a way of showing respect to another and would be extremely rude not to use it. For general people it would be name- san, little girls name- chan, little boys name- kun, for a, doctor, scientist, and other intellectuals it is name- sensei or just sensei, for an upperclassman it would be name- senpai or just senpai, and when really honoring someone or it is someone above your social class you use name -sama.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What part of the Japanese language express social status?

the use of honorifics


Why does Japanese have honorifics?

It is a way of showing respect to another and would be extremely rude not to use it.For general people it would be name-san, little girls name-chan, little boys name-kun, for a teacher, doctor, scientist, and other intellectuals it is name-senseior just sensei, for an upperclassman it would be name-senpaior just senpai, and when really honoring someone you could add -sama to their name.


What are the Japanese titles ex like -Kun -San?

The Japanese titles "-kun" and "-san" are used to address others respectfully. "-kun" is commonly used for boys or younger males, while "-san" is a general title of respect for both males and females.


What is Mr called?

honorifics


How do you insult someone in japanese?

You can insult someone in Japanese in the same way that you insult people in other languages: by implying that they are socially undesirable, that they are unfit for or unable to do some desirable task, and so forth: in short, by denigrating them. There are various ways to do this in Japanese that are not possible in all other languages: examples include (in contrast with English): (i) addressing the insultee with the wrong kind of grammar (Japanese being marked for the relative social positions of interlocutors) or lexical items; and (ii) leaving out otherwise obligatory honorifics (such as -san affixed to names) or using the incorrect honorifics or forms of address.


Which language has the most challenging grammar rules?

The language with the most challenging grammar rules is often considered to be Japanese, due to its complex system of honorifics, verb conjugations, and sentence structures.


What is the words for Nan's apartment in Japanese?

Nan* no apaato (ナン*のアパート). In place of * it's better if you add honorifics such as -san (さん) [proper and formal] or -chan (ちゃん) [informal, suggesting familiarity and usually used with girl names].


Can a Japanese suffix be a name?

If you are meaning the honorifics specifically, no they cannot. However homophonic 'words' (such as english Bridge and Chopsticks, or Nose and Flower [hashi and hana respectively]) there are similar names. for example, San (Mr/Ms when an honorific) can be used as a name, however that meaning is not the same.


What makes the Japanese language known for having some of the hardest grammar rules to master?

The Japanese language is known for its challenging grammar rules due to its complex sentence structure, use of honorifics, and multiple levels of formality. Mastering these aspects requires a deep understanding of cultural nuances and linguistic intricacies.


What is the meaning of the term 'messrs'?

The term "messrs" is a plural form of the title "mister" and an abbreviation of the similar "messieurs". It's often used in English honorifics for men.


What is the term for Mr or Ms or Mrs called?

These are called honorifics or terms of address.


When did you start calling your presidents by Mr. President?

This was the form of address preferred by Thomas Jefferson, who disliked the use of honorifics like "Excellency", which had sometimes been used to Washington and Adams.