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(Quick) Phrase request. - 04-16-2008, 01:44 AM

I'd like to know the Japanese equivalent of "What are you doing?", both Formal (polite) and Informal (Casual/Very Casual).
This particular phrase has eluded me.

I'd appreciate the help.
Thank you.
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04-16-2008, 01:51 AM

Polite: 何をしていますか。

Direct: 何をしている?
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Polite: 何をしていますか。

Direct: 何をしている?
Thank you very much!
Also, forgive me, but can I get the Romaji forms of those phrases also, please?

I know very little Kanji.
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04-16-2008, 02:01 AM

The only kanji there is 何 which is なに

Nani o shiteimasu ka?

Nani o shiteiru?
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The only kanji there is 何 which is なに
Mhm. I was aware of that.
And I appreciate it.
ありがとう
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04-25-2008, 08:33 AM

I think 何してんの? (nani shitenno) is extremely casual for "What are you doing?"
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04-25-2008, 11:20 AM

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I think 何してんの? (nani shitenno) is extremely casual for "What are you doing?"
I can come up with increasingly casual ways of saying it, but I think it`s probably best to stick with the two MMM presented.


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Alright, thanks.
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I think 何してんの? (nani shitenno) is extremely casual for "What are you doing?"
It can also sound accusing, like "What the hell are you doing?" depending on the situation...not one for novices.
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04-30-2008, 04:29 AM

I introduce a more unpolite and strong version: "nani shiteyagaru!?"
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