こんばんは
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Standard greeting expression used in the evening. Written with 『は』 (ha) as the topic particle, but pronounced 'wa'. It's a fixed phrase and does not conjugate.
Theme
User arrives at a friend's house for a casual evening gathering and greets Ken at the door.
こんばんは
こんばんは
good evening
Basics & EssentialsGreetings & Expressions
Memory Hook
Imagine saying 'good evening' as you enter a cozy room with a warm light. 'Konbanwa' sounds like 'come on, banwa' — think of it as an invitation to a pleasant evening.
Cultural Note
『こんばんは』 (konbanwa, 'good evening') is a standard greeting used from late afternoon into the night. It's polite and common in both casual and formal settings, often heard when meeting people after sunset.
Forms
Base: こんばんはStandard greeting expression used in the evening. Written with 『は』 (ha) as the topic particle, but pronounced 'wa'. It's a fixed phrase and does not conjugate.