Want to watch anime without subtitles? We teach you the most common phrases and slang used in anime that textbooks won't tell you.

Anime Japanese is NOT normal Japanese. If you speak like Naruto in a job interview, you will fail. But for enjoying media, it's great. Here is a guide to Learn Japanese for anime.

The Pronouns (The Danger Zone)

• Ore (俺): Rough, masculine "I". Used by heroes. (Don't use with your boss).
• Boku (僕): Softer, boyish "I". Safe for guys.
• Watashi (私): Polite/Standard "I". Used by everyone.
• Omae (お前): Rude "You". Used by rivals/enemies. (Never use in real life).

Common Phrases

• Yamero! (やめろ): Stop it!
• Sugoi (すごい): Amazing / Wow.
• Muri (無理): Impossible.
• Tasukete (助けて): Help me.
• Daijoubu (大丈夫): I'm okay / It's okay.

Otaku Slang

• Tsundere: Hot/Cold personality.
• Moe (萌え): A strong feeling of affection for a character.
• Isekai: Another world (genre).
• Waifu / Husbando: Your favorite character.

Study Tip

Watch "Slice of Life" anime (like Shirokuma Cafe or Terrace House) for more realistic Japanese. Shonen anime (fighting) uses very rough, unnatural language.