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Everyday ConversationWednesday 17 June 2026
そろそろ帰らなきゃ
Pronunciation: sorosoro kaeranakyā
Meaning: I should head home soon
This casual phrase combines そろそろ (sorosoro - soon/about time) with the colloquial negative obligation form, commonly used in everyday Japanese to politely excuse yourself from social situations.
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