Hiroka
@hiroka.bsky.social
Teacher /learner/ interpreter. Japanese traditional dance and calligraphy.
(English translation of ⬆️ )
Watch out for tricky katakana English! Some words sound similar but mean totally different things.
“Bubbly” in English = cheerful, smiley, a fun personality
“バブリー” in Japanese = glitzy, flashy, 1980s bubble economy vibes
Know any other funny ones? I’d love to hear them!
Watch out for tricky katakana English! Some words sound similar but mean totally different things.
“Bubbly” in English = cheerful, smiley, a fun personality
“バブリー” in Japanese = glitzy, flashy, 1980s bubble economy vibes
Know any other funny ones? I’d love to hear them!
May 10, 2025 at 11:59 AM
(English translation of ⬆️ )
Watch out for tricky katakana English! Some words sound similar but mean totally different things.
“Bubbly” in English = cheerful, smiley, a fun personality
“バブリー” in Japanese = glitzy, flashy, 1980s bubble economy vibes
Know any other funny ones? I’d love to hear them!
Watch out for tricky katakana English! Some words sound similar but mean totally different things.
“Bubbly” in English = cheerful, smiley, a fun personality
“バブリー” in Japanese = glitzy, flashy, 1980s bubble economy vibes
Know any other funny ones? I’d love to hear them!