* The contents of this page are almost the same as the article "Learn the characteristics of Japanese language and study effectively (3) : Honorifics and Style" by KIKUCHI Yasuto (Former professor of the Center for the Japanese Language Education,the University of Tokyo), to appear in International Center News, The University of Tokyo, No.35.29 "...ndesu" There are many expressions related to politeness or good impression, and here I would like to refer to "...ndesu". "Ikimasu (go)" and "Ikundesu (go)". It is difficult to distinguish the usage of these two expressions since both of them are translated into the same words in English. Though not always but in certain situations, the latter expression gives a better impression. When you say "Ashita kunino tomodachi ga Nihon ni kimasu. Jugyo o yasundemo iidesuka. (My friend from my couuntry is coming to Japan tomorrow. May I take a day-off from class?)" or "Ashita kunino tomodachi ga Nihon ni kurundesuga, jugyo o yasundemo iidesuka.", the latter gives a better impression (in this case, "ga" in "...kurundesuga" is also effective). Some specialists of Japanese education say that because it is too difficult for foreign people, there is no need to teach "...ndesu". It may be difficult, but it is a word with important effect, so we try to help you get the hang of such expressions in our course. Points: Advise for Japanese learners (3) Honorifics are essential for Japanese language study. Eliminate the prejudice that it is feudalistic. 1. Honorifics suggest unstated subjects.Irasshaimasuka. (Are you going?)(Subject honorification - Usually the subject is "you")Mairimasu. (I go.)(Humble expression - Usually the subject is "I")2. Start studying with the polite style out of the two styles.Ikimasuka? - Hai, ikimasu. (polite style)Iku? - Un, iku. (casual style)(Are you going? - Yes, I'm going.
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