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Base form as an interrogative adverb. Used to ask about methods, conditions, or opinions. Example: 『どうしますか？』 (dou shimasu ka?, 'What will you do?').
Theme
In a cooking class, User and their instructor Mika discuss how to prepare a traditional Japanese dish.
どう
どう
how, in what way
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Imagine asking 'How?' in a curious way — it sounds like 'dough' (どう dou). Picture kneading dough and wondering 'How do I make this?' → 『どう』 (dou, 'how').
Cultural Note
『どう』 (dou, 'how') is a versatile word used in everyday conversations to ask about methods, opinions, or states. For example, 『どうですか？』 (dou desu ka?, 'How is it?') is a common polite inquiry.
Forms
Base: どうBase form as an interrogative adverb. Used to ask about methods, conditions, or opinions. Example: 『どうしますか？』 (dou shimasu ka?, 'What will you do?').