Do you see the difference between these two sentences: 'わたしはスミスです' and 'わたしがスミスです'? Actually, these two sentences convey different meanings.
Distinguishing between 'は' and 'が' is challenging, and it's extremely common for learners of Japanese to mix them up. But don't feel discouraged! It becomes much easier once you understand the rules!
In this lesson, you will learn eight rules that are crucial for effectively using 'は' and 'が'.
With these eight rules in mind, you will surely master the distinction between 'は' and 'が'.
Anyone can learn to use 'は' and 'が' correctly.
Lesson Content
- Check your current ability (4:44)
- 8 rules for は and が (6:03)
- Rule1. Intransitive verb (2:43)
- Rule2. Wish, ability, emotion (2:08)
- Rule3. Noun modification (2:19)
- Rule4. Comparison (3:07)
- Rule5. Minimum (1:45)
- Rule6. Focus (Topic) (3:53)
- Rule7. Importance (3:02)
- Rule8. Old/new information (2:26)
- Comprehension checks (7:04)
In this lesson, the teacher speaks Japanese at the upper beginner to lower intermediate level (JLPT N4-N3). allowing you to experience instruction in authentic Japanese.
If you're concerned about understanding a lesson conducted entirely in Japanese, you have the option to turn on English subtitles.
The short clip of the replay video
*English subtitles are displayed in this sample video. In the full lesson videos, you have the freedom to toggle subtitles on or off as you prefer.
こんにちは！ちか先生です。
Konnichiwa! I'm Chika Sensei.
I have been teaching Japanese in schools and universities since 2002.
In 2019, I decided to take my knowledge and experience and create Chika Sensei's Japanese Academy to help Japanese language learners, just like you, from all over the world improve their Japanese skills.
The Academy quickly became my full-time business, and I've now helped over 1,000 students in my paid courses.
I seriously love spending my days supporting my students!
Studying by yourself can be very difficult; it's hard to identify weak areas and fix mistakes on your own.
By taking this course, you won't have those problems because I'll be there to help you.
I hope you enjoy the course and pass the JLPT successfully.
Chika Sensei Profile
- Native Japanese, born and raised in Japan
- Master's Degree in Japanese Language Education(2011)
- Certified in the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test(2002)
- 20 years of experience in Japanese language teaching (2002-)
- Completed numerous researches in the Japanese Language studies
- Publication in Japanese Language Studies
- Teaching experience abroad including in Korea and Taiwan
- Over 100K followers on Instagram (@chika_sensei)