The Tofugu Podcast: Japan and Japanese Language さすが — The Best Compliment You Can Get in Japanese
13 snips
Nov 13, 2020 AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Sasuga Creates Reputation
- Saying sasuga can create or imply a reputation, even if it isn't true.
- This can be a subtle, sneaky way to flatter or joke about someone's abilities.
Show Using Sasuga In English
- The hosts discussed an episode from a show where sasuga was used in English among Japanese Americans.
- It showed appreciation for a person thinking ahead and planning well, enhancing closeness.
Be Careful Using Sasuga Self-Directly
- Using sasuga about yourself can seem arrogant unless among close friends.
- Exercise caution when joking with sasuga so it isn't misunderstood as arrogance.