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Japanese Expressions about Marriage and Arguments

Japanese Phrase of the Day - May

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"Phrase of the Day" is a mind exercise. The most effective way to learn a language is to use it. However, not everybody is fortunate enough to have somebody to speak with. These phrases are designed for self-practice. This month's phrases are about marriage and arguments. These phrases are probably not found in textbooks, so it is just a fun exercise. I hope you don't have to use some of the phrases in real life! If you are looking for sweet phrases, check out "Phrases for Dating."

  1. I should start thinking seriously about marriage. 

  2. They seem to make a good couple.

  3. I guess they're having the time of their lives.  

  4. I wonder how long this marriage will last.  

  5. This is not what I was led to believe before we got married. 

  6. You should keep your word.

  7. You always use work as an excuse. 

  8. Don't make such a big deal out of it.  

  9. Do you know what time it is? 

  10. I have a right to stay out late once in a while. 

  11. You always say that.

  12. Don't be silly.

  13. You're always talking about yourself.

  14. Who do you think you are?

  15. How can you say such a thing?

  16. Tell me what you mean straight out.

  17. There's no point in talking about it any more.

  18. Let's talk it over. 

  19. Tell me exactly what's bothering you.

  20. Do what you want!

  21. It's not my fault if you regret it later.

  22. Leave me alone!

  23. That's going too far!

  24. Stop bothering me!

  25. Can't you find a nicer way to say it?

  26. I can't even stand the sight of you!

  27. Why did we ever get married?

  28. He/she is not such a bad person after all. 

  29. I know deep down he's a nice guy. 

  30. It's amazing that we've been together for such a long time.  

  31. I'm really glad I chose him/her as my husband/wife.  

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