Japanese phrase
ただいま。 ta da i ma
Meaning
I'm home.
When to use it
Announces that the speaker has returned home. It is a warm greeting used with family or housemates.
Example dialogue
ただいま。 ta da i ma
I'm home.
おかえり。ご飯できてるよ。 o ka e ri go han de ki te ru yo
Welcome home. Dinner is ready.