In a message dated 97-02-10 21:46:40 EST, you write:

"-kun" has connotations of male, but other than that, I'm not sure.  And
 while we're at it, what does "-sama" mean
 ?

I *think* that adding -sama to someones name is like you have a HIGH regard
for them.  I'm not to positive on that one.  My Japanese-Engish dictionary
won't even toutch that one.  Says to see -san.  I guess it's like saying Mr.
or Mrs.  although i think there is something extra in the meaning.

You'll have to get a Japanese speaker to give you the situation that -sama
would be used in.  That or just get the general meaning from Ranma 1/2 when
Tasuba or Kodachi use it.  I know i probably spelt a name or two wrong so
don't kill me for it.

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