どうしようかな・dōsiyōkana = what should I do?
You can use this to say:
- What should I do?
You say this in front of people, but still, it's more like talking to yourself or asking yourself. After saying "Dōsiyōkana", you usually announce your decision.
EXAMPLES
What should I do?
あした、えいが みに いこうよ！
(Asita, eiga mini ikōyo!)
(Asita, eiga mini ikōyo!)
ああ、どうしようかなあ。 しゅくだい、たくさん あるからなあ。
(Dosiyokana. Shukudai, takusan arukarana.)
(Dosiyokana. Shukudai, takusan arukarana.)
What should I do?
その くつ、かうの？
(Sono kutu, kau no?)
(Sono kutu, kau no?)
どうしようかなあ。ちょっとたかいね。
(Dōsiyōkanā. Chotto takai ne.)
(Dōsiyōkanā. Chotto takai ne.)
A tip
You hear "Dōsiyōkana" when someone is trying to decide, usually speaking to oneself.
"Aa" in front and after come in naturally because you are still thinking/trying to decide.
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