Many students dutifully memorize the simple English equivalents that are usually given for Japanese wordswith the result that they speak poor Japanese. Effective communication requires an understanding of the unique usages of Japanese vocabulary items, which often differ greatly from those of their English "equivalents." Until now, one of the biggest problems has been the lack of adequate reference materials on Japanese usage. This book fills the gap by concisely explaining 300 troublesome but essential words and phrases, which are alphabetically arranged for easy reference. It discusses not only how they should be used but also how they should not be used, contrasting them with their English "equivalents." The entries include many sample sentences and cross-references, along with notes on usage mistakes committed by the author's own students. Drawing on his long experience in teaching Japanese, as well as scholarly research, Professor Miura has produced a work that offers real help to students and teachers of the language everywhere.

Japanese Words & Their Uses (English and Japanese Edition)

Reference

Miura, Ayako

Miura, Akira

Miura, Yuzuru

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Periplus Editions

Japanese Words and Their Uses

Tuttle Pub

Ideal for beginners and intermediate students, Japanese Words and Their Uses II covers the proper application of 250 prevalent terms in the Japanese language, while seeking to eliminate mistakes commonly made by pupils at this level. In clear, straightforward language, Japanese language professor Akira Miura offers the stepping-stones of language acquisition, while incorporating more kanji into their learning. This is the definitive guide no student of Japanese should be without.

Japanese Words & Their Uses 2

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Spannungskurven in rechteckigen und keilförmigen Trägern: Theorie und Versuch über Spannungsverteilung als Scheibenproblem mit besonderer Berücksichtigung der lokalen Störung (German Edition)

Science & Math

Technology

Springer

Observing the nuances of language, Shunji Suzuki contends, is more complicated than simply cataloging speech patterns. Language includes a set of unconscious expectations that communicate much, much more. Words in Context is an exploration of the intimate relationship between language and lifestyle, psychology, and culture. Suzuki convincingly illustrates the dangers of isolating words from their cultural context, and focuses on the types of misperceptions that result from such widely held practices. Citing examples from Japanese and other languages, he demonstrates how words carry nuanced cultural baggage and must be considered in the broader context of culture, history, and social mores to fully appreciate their potency.

Words in Context: A Japanese Perspective on Language and Culture

Suzuki, Takao

Kodansha USA

Workbook companion to the text book, quizzes, work sheets, and other study material.

An Integrated Approach to Intermediate Japanese [Revised Edition] Workbook

McGloin Hanaoka, Naomi

Japan Times Publishing, Ltd.

This is a clear, simple and compact guide to colloquial, everyday Japanese.<ul>
<li> Acquire basic proficiency in spoken Japanese.</li>
<li> A streamlined, efficient approach.</li>
<li> Perfect for self–learners or classroom use.</li>
<li> Includes kanji and kana.</li>
</ul>
Essential Japanese Vocabulary teaches all the Japanese grammar you need to speak and understand simple spoken Japanese. It covers only what is essential which provides an efficient way for learners who have limited time to gain basic proficiency and begin to communicate naturally with Japanese language speakers. Intended for both self–study and classroom use the guide offers a practical course in colloquial Japanese, but leaves aside forms that are unnecessary or little used as well as those that are more important for written Japanese. In short chapters, it helps the user understand the logic of Japanese grammar, while its straightforward explanations and clear examples make learning as easy as possible. The book includes a glossary of grammatical terms and an index, as well as appendixes on Japanese pronunciation and verb conjugation. In a focused and convenient approach, Essential Japanese Vocabulary is an indispensable tool for beginners just starting to learn Japanese or a handy aid for more experienced learners who wish to refresh their knowledge.

Essential Japanese Vocabulary: Learn to Avoid Common (And Embarrassing!) Mistakes: Learn Japanese Grammar and Vocabulary Quickly and Effectively

Tuttle+publishing

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