60 List of Japanese Masu Verbs, Complete with Definitions

Kapanlagi.com - In learning Japanese, mastering Japanese masu verbs is an important step towards polite and formal language proficiency. Japanese masu verbs, which are part of teineigo or polite language, are an important foundation in everyday communication in Japan.

Especially in formal situations or when interacting with newly acquainted people. This article will present a complete list of Japanese masu verbs, providing KLovers with additional vocabulary to express various actions and activities in a polite manner when communicating in Japanese.

Let's take a look at some lists of Japanese masu verbs that can improve your communication skills in various social and professional contexts in Japan.

1. What is the Masu Form of Japanese Verbs?

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The masu form of Japanese verbs is a polite form (teineigo) of verbs used in formal conversations or with people who are not too familiar. Therefore, the masu form of Japanese verbs is always used to show politeness and respect to the interlocutor in Japanese.

The masu form of Japanese verbs is formed by adding the suffix -masu to the verb stem. The masu form also has a negative form (-masen) and a past form (-mashita). Of course, the masu form of Japanese verbs is very important for KLovers to learn in order to be able to communicate formally in Japanese.

In addition to the masu form of Japanese verbs, there is also the -desu form. Its main characteristics include the use of the -masu form on verbs, while -desu is used at the end of sentences for adjectives and nouns, as well as the use of more polite personal pronouns such as watashi instead of boku or ore.

All of these forms are part of teineigo or the level of politeness in Japanese, which means "polite language". The use of teineigo is very important in everyday life in Japan, especially in business situations or when interacting with newly acquainted people, as it shows respect and politeness.

2. List of Masu Form Japanese Verbs

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And to understand the masu form of Japanese verbs, KLovers can certainly see from the examples. And here is a complete list of masu form Japanese verbs that can add to your vocabulary. Here is the list:

1. ikimasu - go

2. kimasu - come

3. shimasu - do

4. mimasu - see

5. tabemasu - eat

6. nomimasu - drink

7. hanashimasu - speak

8. kikimasu - listen

9. yomimasu - read

10. kakimasu - write

11. kaimasu - buy

12. urimasu - sell

13. tsukaimasu - use

14. tsukurimasu - make

15. nemasu - sleep

16. okimasu - wake up

17. hatarakimasu - work

18. benkyou shimasu - study

19. oshiemasu - teach

20.machimasu - wait

21.asobimasu - play

22.arukimasu - walk

23.oyogimasu - swim

24.hashirimasu - run

25.odorimasu - dance

26.utaimasu - sing

27. waraimasu - laugh

28.nakimasu - cry

29.suwarimasu - sit

30.tachimasu - stand

31.akemasu - open

32.shimemasu - close

33.hajimemasu - start

34. owarimasu - end

35.aimasu - meet

36.okurimasu - send

37.mochimasu - hold, carry

38.araimasu - wash

39.kimasu - wear

40.nugimasu - take off

41. kotaemasu - answer

42.shitsumon shimasu - ask

43.setsumei shimasu - explain

44.kangaemasu - think

45.oboemasu - remember

46.wasuremasu - forget

47.sagashimasu - search

48. mitsukemasu - find

49.norimasu - ride (vehicle)

50.orimasu - get off (vehicle)

51.kaerimasu - go home

52.sumimasu - stay, settle

53.souji shimasu - clean

54.sentaku shimasu - wash (clothes)

55. ryouri shimasu - cook

56.tetsudaimasu - help

57.yasumimasu - rest

58.hatarakimasu - work

59.kekkon shimasu - get married

60.sotsugyou shimasu - graduate

That is a complete list of masu form Japanese verbs that can expand your vocabulary in speaking. By mastering these masu form Japanese verbs, KLovers can strengthen their basic polite communication in Japanese.

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