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    Kodansha Dictionary: A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Sentence Patterns
    Power Japanese Series: All About Particles
    • Power Japanese Series: All About Particles

      A Handbook of Japanese Function Words

      • 149 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      Students of Japanese are familiar with the term "particle," and realize that they, like English prepositions, require a special effort to master. This handbook provides all the information one would need on these tricky units of grammar. All About Particles covers more than 70 particles those that are used regularly as well as those used less frequently in more than 200 uses. The book can be approached as a guiding textbook and studied from beginning to end. It is as a reference book, however, that All About Particles shines. It is light and easy to carry, slim enough to fit into the corner of a shoulder bag, and concise enough to quickly clarify particle-related questions. It is a priceless tool for any serious student of Japanese.

      Power Japanese Series: All About Particles2001
    • This essential resource serves as a fundamental learning tool for students of the Japanese language, from beginners to advanced learners. It addresses the common challenge of losing sight of the core structure of Japanese sentences amidst the complexities of the language. The dictionary features fifty fundamental sentence patterns and sixty-nine variations, covering all necessary patterns for levels 3 and 4 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. Each pattern is clearly defined through formulas in Japanese, romanization, and English, accompanied by sample sentences and dialogues in both polite and informal styles. This structured approach clarifies the essential nature of Japanese sentences, revealing that there are only three fundamental types, with all other complexities being variations of these. The dictionary can be used as a reference to look up individual patterns or as a comprehensive textbook to enhance understanding of the language. Authored by Naoko Chino, known for her approachable style in explaining challenging aspects of Japanese, this resource is designed to make the study of Japanese sentences more accessible and less daunting. Key features include definitions, commentary on usages, and a focus on the basic patterns needed for proficiency testing.

      Kodansha Dictionary: A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Sentence Patterns2000