Lyrics & Translation
Thinking about learning Japanese? Let SUPER JUNIOR-YESUNG's song "Splash" be your fun and energetic guide! This upbeat J-pop track is full of exciting and celebratory vocabulary about summer nights and romance. Its catchy melody and clear vocals make it a great song for learners to practice listening and pronunciation. What makes "Splash" special is that it shows a different, more dance-oriented side of Yesung, who is famous for his powerful ballads. Enjoy the party vibe and pick up some new Japanese words along the way!
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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moonlight /ˈmuːnlaɪt/ B2 |
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party /ˈpɑːrti/ A2 |
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love /lʌv/ A1 |
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beautiful /ˈbjuːtɪfəl/ B1 |
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fantasy /ˈfæntəsi/ B2 |
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suddenly /ˈsʌdənli/ B1 |
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high /haɪ/ A2 |
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glass /ɡlæs/ A2 |
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firework /ˈfaɪərwɜːrk/ B1 |
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secret /ˈsiːkrɪt/ B2 |
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miracle /ˈmɪrəkəl/ B2 |
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dance /dæns/ A1 |
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cheers /tʃɪrz/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Moonlight 射し込む Floor
➔ Use of simple present tense for natural phenomena or general truths.
➔ The verb '射し込む' (sashikomu) is in the simple present form to describe a natural occurrence, 'Moonlight shines into the floor.'
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出逢いは Suddenly 真夏の夜の Venus
➔ Use of 'are' as the linking verb to describe the subject.
➔ '出逢いは' (deai wa) is implied to be linked with 'are' in English, emphasizing the state of meeting.
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We Should Be Fun Tonight!
➔ Use of modal 'should' to express recommendation or expectation.
➔ 'Should' indicates a suggestion that 'we' are expected or supposed to have fun tonight.
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奇跡の Masterpiece 君って Fantasy?
➔ Use of question mark to indicate a question or doubt.
➔ The question mark following 'Fantasy' indicates the speaker is unsure if the person is a fantasy or not.
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Gimme Love! Gimme Love! 君のとなり
➔ Use of 'Gimme' as a colloquial contraction of 'Give me'.
➔ 'Gimme' is used to express a casual or enthusiastic request for love or affection.
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一瞬のFirework 打ち上げたい
➔ Use of '打ち上げたい' to express a desire ('want to launch').
➔ '打ち上げたい' (suchiagetai) is a verb form that expresses the speaker's desire to launch the firework, with 'たい' indicating 'want to'.
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光る窓辺に “Cheers!”
➔ Use of 'に' to indicate location or target of an action.
➔ '窓辺に' (madobe ni) indicates the place 'by the window' where the lights are shining, with 'に' marking the location.
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