8 Common Phrases Your Japanese Girlfrined Gets Irritated About

6. You contradict everything – “But . . .”

“Every sentence that comes out of his mouth starts with “but.” I feel that he is argumentative, and I don’t want to talk to him anymore.” It’s just a habit, and you don’t mean anything negative, but she doesn’t take it that way. When you listen to her, try starting your sentence with “I agree” and your outlook will be much brighter.