So desu ne

Kawaii

Sugoi

Someone who is your senior (usually in school or at work)

Senpai

Baka

Oniisan

Daijōbu desu ka?

Embarrassed (usually in front of a crush)

Ureshiii...

Nani

Sou ka

What is the most common greeting when answering the phone?

Tasuketeeee!

Ganbatte

Urusai

What phrase is traditionally said before eating?

Yada (or iyada)

Chigau

Yokatta

What Japanese phrase announces you're home?

If you're a member of the Sub[titles] Club, there's a chance you'll recognize these common Japanese phrases. As we all know, word-for-word translations don't always work, so some of these phrases will ask for the American expression of the phrase. How many do you understand correctly?

English

Sub Club Quiz: Translate These Common Japanese Phrases in Anime