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読了目安10分 · ～と申しますのは (the reason I say this is) · つまり／すなわち (in other words / namely)

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即興improvisation
臨機応変flexible / adaptable
と申しますのはthe reason I say this is
つまりin other words
すなわちnamely / that is
言い換えればin other words
咄嗟にon the spur of the moment
機転を利かせるuse quick wit
脱線するdigress / go off topic
軌道修正course correction

Improvising in Japanese

Improvising effectively in Japanese conversations requires mastering connectors that buy you time while maintaining coherence.

～と申しますのは (to moushimasu no wa) is a formal way of saying "the reason I say this is." It allows you to elaborate or justify a previous statement, which is invaluable when improvising.

変更が必要と申しますのは、現状では対応が難しいからです。
*The reason I say changes are necessary is that the current situation is difficult to handle.*

つまり and すなわち both mean "in other words" but differ in register. つまり is versatile and common in both speech and writing, while すなわち is more formal and literary.

つまり、計画の見直しが必要です。
*In other words, we need to review the plan.*

When improvising, use と申しますのは to elaborate, つまり to rephrase, and 言い換えれば to offer alternatives. If you digress (脱線する), use 話を戻しますが to get back on track. These tools help you maintain a polished delivery even when speaking off the cuff.