It looks like the latest version is 1.0.2.4 on the Play store (congrats on releasing it there btw), but how do I stay up-to-date if I refuse to use Google's service?

I get the joke this time. It's that the child is asking for more allowance and the parent is asking them to try harder in school.

The kid promises and the parent says something like, "ok I'll give you 25¢ a day instead of 2€ a week!" Right?

I was wondering if someone could clarify a few things though.

Is "krieg" here "kriegen?" I see in the Cambridge dictionary that it's a colloquial form of "give." It's kinda neat that you'd say "gimme" instead of "can I have".

How "bad," is "Niete?" It says in the dictionary that it means someone/something that is a loser or a complete failure, but that sounds a bit harsh coming from a parent. Is it a little light-hearted like "dummy," harher like "dumbass," or even worse?

Thanks!

I'd also like to remind anyone reading this that if you need help with Japanese, I'm always here to help!

Edit to add: Thanks so much for the explanation! I won't be calling anyone Niete to be safe.

What is the English equivalent of "zozos" in the context of this toot? It sounds kinda cute/childish so I'm thinking bozos or dummies.

Thanks!

I feel like a dummy for not knowing this as a Canadian, but is there a difference between the two? I've actually never heard of québéquien/nne before.

Also, in the picture, there is this caption: vieux fumet "sueur d'avion". Does that mean he reeks of airplane smells?

In Japan, sticker trading is all the rage amongst kids. Is this a localised trend, or are kids overseas taking part in this phenomenon too? I used to sorta do it back in the 90s in Canada but it wasn't really about trading, and I don't think any of my friends did it. Anyone with kids know?

I think this means "I'm not alone," but can't figure out why the "ja" is there. Would it not make sense if it said "Ich bin nicht allein"?

Update: Thanks to everyone who responded! I guess it's a way to emphasize your point.

All the icons got all big and wonky. I even had trouble making this post.

I moved to Japan about 16 years ago and my family who is visiting me showed me the new King Charles loonie. When I put it in hand, it felt much thinner than what I remember. Is this because it IS actually thinner or am I just too used to Japanese coins?

Here is the context it was used in:

D’après elle, « l’essai de décriminalisation » du gouvernement était voué à l’échec dès le départ.

Thank you in advance.

On a somewhat related note, does anyone know of websites or channels that are less depressing than CBC where I can read, listen to, or watch French content? I recently started using Loops, and the algorithm started suggesting some French accounts. If anyone has any recommendations, I'd really appreciate it.

I think "à la suite d'une fusillade mortelle" means "following a fatal shooting," but can't figure out without the first half. Something tells me that "crie" is not a verb in this case...

I could use Google translate, but I'd rather have a discussion with people here!

Hi guys. Another request about understanding a French joke. Why is "checkered jacket," a funny punchline?

Hey guys, I made that post about teaching Japanese by playing games together about a month ago. I have one Lemmy user who is available today. It's super short notice but we'll be playing in about an hour (9pm Japan time). I'm not sure which platform that bought the game on, but it's probably going to be either Switch or PC. Feel free to join us if you're available as I think the game allows for 4 players simultaneously. Thanks!

Edit: lots of typos