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5課 接続と会話
Connect sentences and conversations
5課

~。では、~

接続:Sentence。では、~
Then; then. Move on to a decision, next step, or closure; Polite/neutral writing style.
注意 / Note:じゃ is an informal conversation; それでは more complete and polite.
使い分け / How to choose quickly:Use when: Politely move on to the next step/suggestion
Wonder: Have you finished an idea and are ready to move on?
Avoid: Don't use it in too intimate chat if you don't need it
Tip to remember: では = then, short and polite
Check again: Meeting/class: “then let's start” → では
説明は終わりました。では、練習しましょう。
The explanation is done. Then practice.
質問はありませんね。では、次へ進みます。
There's no question. So move on to the next part.
では、結果を説明します。
So let me explain the results.

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