Do you find yourself asking "Ogenki desu ka?" when meeting a friend after a long time? While polite, it can sound a bit distant between friends.
In this video, I'll explain 3 handy expressions native speakers use in daily life that you can use instead of "Ogenki desu ka?" You'll listen to a realistic conversation between friends reuniting at a class reunion and learn the warm nuances and usage of each phrase in a fun way.
The three expressions introduced are: "Genki ni shiteta?" (How have you been?), "Ima wa nani shiteru no?" (What are you up to these days?), and "Sou ieba, ~ndakke?" (Come to think of it, was it...?).
Watching this video will make your catch-up conversations much smoother and help you enjoy reminiscing about the old days!
▼Table of Contents▼
00:00 Opening
00:09 テーマ紹介「友達に久しぶりに会った時の表現」
01:38 Conversation
02:48 Explanation of the 3 Expressions
03:10 1. 元気にしてた？ (How have you been?)
04:18 2. 今は何してるの？ (What are you up to these days?)
05:07 3. そういえば、〜んだっけ？ (Come to think of it, was it...?)
06:34 Listen to the Conversation Again
07:44 Ending
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