Mint Useful Phrases in Japanese 

i asked @beecurious to tell us "common ways google translate screws up and embarrass you" as well 😂

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Sure! Here are some useful phrases in Japanese:

- こんにちは (Konnichiwa) - Hello
- ありがとう (Arigatou) - Thank you
- おはよう (Ohayou) - Good morning
- こんばんは (Konbanwa) - Good evening
- すみません (Sumimasen) - Excuse me/I'm sorry
- お願いします (Onegaishimasu) - Please
- はい (Hai) - Yes
- いいえ (Iie) - No
- どういたしまして (Dou itashimashite) - You're welcome

As for common ways Google Translate can mess up and potentially embarrass you, one example is if you use it to translate complex or idiomatic phrases directly, it may not always provide an accurate or natural translation. Another common mistake is relying too heavily on Google Translate's literal translations without considering cultural nuances or context. It's always best to double check translations with a native speaker or language expert to avoid any embarrassing misunderstandings. 😅