[Finally, words the samurai found a great amount of solace in.] I believe I can help in clearing up the confusion of those words. San is used as one would for saying mister or miss, but it can also be used for those of a certain workplace. For example, you would possibly call a grocer "grocer-san." Kun is more frequently used to refer to boys, one of senior rank referring to one of a lower status or rank, but might be used by young women for a man they have known for quite a long time.
Hmm, what are some others you might hear possibly? Hmm. Ahh! "Chan" is often a term used for children, but it can be a term of endearment towards a loved one or close friend. However, you should never use it for a superior's name, since that would be insulting and quite rude.
Another you are likely to hear is "Sama." This is like "san", but used to show respect for one of a higher rank than oneself or towards one you greatly admire. Does this help you?
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I believe I can help in clearing up the confusion of those words. San is used as one would for saying mister or miss, but it can also be used for those of a certain workplace. For example, you would possibly call a grocer "grocer-san." Kun is more frequently used to refer to boys, one of senior rank referring to one of a lower status or rank, but might be used by young women for a man they have known for quite a long time.
Hmm, what are some others you might hear possibly? Hmm. Ahh! "Chan" is often a term used for children, but it can be a term of endearment towards a loved one or close friend. However, you should never use it for a superior's name, since that would be insulting and quite rude.
Another you are likely to hear is "Sama." This is like "san", but used to show respect for one of a higher rank than oneself or towards one you greatly admire. Does this help you?