Can't we use "when" as a conjunction with a continuous clause? For example: When I was walking, I met my friend. (←wrong?) Then, is it correct if I use "while" in place of "when"? : While I was walking, I met my friend. Thank you.

Is it correct how to use the phrase "that makes sense"? A: I heard that this comedy movie was helpful for improving my listening skill. B: I don't think so. Because I think it's hard for Japanese to understand the joke, thay are very specific about American culture. B: That makes sense. OK, I try to look for other movies. 「that makes sense」は、日本語の”なるほど”と同じ使い方でいいのでしょうか？

First notebook entry: Introducing myself I'm a Japanese, 43 years old, and married with two children. I've learned English for many years for my pleasure. If I could get English, I think I would be able to contact with many people in the world, I really want to do it! I want to know different cultures directly from people in the country and to show true Japanese culture, because I think there are many misunderstandings about each countries among people. If you have an imagination that Samurai is still in Japan, it's a wrong knowledge,....sorry, it's just joke(^_^*). Anyway, I think making friends in the world must bring me good experiences.