N5
いってきます (ittekimasu)
いってきます
I'm leaving (and will be back)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Said when leaving home or office, typically to people remaining behind, implying a return. It literally means 'I'm going and coming back'.
📝 Example Sentences
家を出る時に「いってきます」と言います。
I say "Ittekimasu" when I leave home.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "いってきます"!
学校に行く前に、母に「_______」と言いました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 家を出る時に家族に言う挨拶です。
English: This is a greeting said to family when leaving home.
English: This is a greeting said to family when leaving home.
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