Grammar points

V (stem)

The standard verb stem? form V? (stem)なさい can become just V (stem) in Kansai-ben. While this is a strong imperative or command, it can also be used as a suggestion on occasion.

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Example conversations

歓迎会で / At the Welcome Party

The new man at the company, Mori, is at his welcome party. He is chatting with his boss and new coworker, Kimura.

Characters: Mori Atsushi, The Boss, Kimura

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電車で / On a Train

Atsushi is on a train and gives up his seat to an old man...

Characters: Mori Atsushi, The Old Man

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会社で / At a Company

Mori has a presentation, but isn't feeling well. His coworker notices that he's pushing himself too hard and probably shouldn't be at work...

Characters: Mori Atsushi, Kishimoto, Sugimoto Natsuko, Oshima

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お好み焼き屋で / At an Okonomiyaki Restaurant

Atsushi brings his friend to his usual okonomiyaki (a style of savory pancake) restaurant.

Characters: Mori Atsushi, The Friend, The Owner

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