Download or read book 101 Common Japanese Idioms in Plain English written by Clay Boutwell and published by Kotoba Inc. This book was released on 2022-07-04 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover 101 useful Japanese idioms. Ever wondered what it means when your mouth is 'heavy,' how to 'use people with your chin,' or what 'grinding sesame' signifies in Japanese? Uncover the meanings behind these fascinating idioms and many more. While this book is immensely beneficial even for beginners, hiragana and a basic understanding of Japanese sentence structure are required. Once one zooms beyond the basics of a language, idiomatic expressions, proverbs, and slang can provide the spice to keep motivation up and progress going forward. This book will introduce 101 of the most common Japanese idioms. We are including, at no extra charge, sound files for all the examples found in this book. Use these files to practice your pronunciation and listening. In addition, we are also including a free Anki deck with sound of all the idioms found in the collection. Anki is a free flashcard software that will help you quickly remember these idioms. In this edition, we've reorganized all the idioms into logical categories, making learning more efficient. We've also eliminated all rōmaji (Roman letters) and limited Furigana (the small Hiragana over Kanji) to its first occurrence in each lesson. This approach may challenge beginners, but it's our way of ensuring your success in Japanese - consider it 'tough love. Our goal is your success in mastering Japanese. Early reliance on rōmaji and Furigana can impede long-term progress. We believe learning vocabulary in context is the most effective method. Every idiom is followed by an example sentence and a paragraph or two explaining the context and usage. To further support your learning journey, we're offering an exceptional collection of bonus materials: 300+ Sound Files Anki Flashcard Deck ePub and PDF versions of the book An older version with romaji (not recommended but provided!) For each idiom, we provide three accompanying sound files. All sound files have been recorded by native Japanese voice actors and actresses. The first sound file is the idiom itself. The second is the example sentence. The third sound file has the idiom, an English translation, the idiom repeated slowly, and the example sentence with translation. Try to mimic the Japanese speakers in sound and presentation. The download link for the complimentary sound files is located on the book's last page. Don't wait any longer to enrich your Japanese vocabulary. Give your Japanese vocabulary a boost with 101 Common Japanese Idioms now.
Download or read book 101 Japanese Idioms written by Michael L. Maynard and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 1993 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of colloquial Japanese expressions incorporated into dialogue or narrative. The book contains each idiom written in both romanised and Japanese form, accompanied by explanation.
Download or read book Japanese idioms written by Nobuo Akiyama and published by Barron's Educational Series, Incorporated. This book was released on 1996 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents more than 2,000 idiomatic words and expressions spelled phonetically and followed by the Japanese characters and the English translation.
Download or read book Expressive Japanese written by Senko K. Maynard and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2005-02-28 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Feelings play an enormous part in our lives, but their expression is often neglected in foreign language education. How do I communicate happiness, surprise, or anger? How do others communicate these emotions to me? Such questions become increasingly relevant as we become more competent in the language we are learning. Expressive Japanese is the first detailed guide to emotion words and expressive strategies for students of the language. Words connoting feelings, such as "kanashii" (sad), are important in everyday Japanese conversation, but communicating emotions effectively also requires the use of expressive strategies, such as "Nani?" (What the heck?), "Yattaa!" (I did it!), or "Hottoite!" (Leave me alone!). Introductory chapters examine the characteristics, constraints, and history of expressive Japanese and discuss linguistic variations and styles and how these play a part in conveying emotion and empathy. There follow more than seventy entries that draw on hundreds of authentic examples taken from a variety of sources, including television dramas, comics, interviews, novels, essays, newspaper articles, and web sites. In these examples, students will find playful and creative uses of expressions that do not usually appear in language textbooks. English cues and key Japanese expressions are indexed at the back of the volume, making this a handy reference for anyone who possesses a grasp of the fundamentals of elementary Japanese. Based on extensive research by a prominent linguist and teacher, Expressive Japanese brings learners into the world of real human interaction and effectively illustrates how native speakers use language to convey identity and a sense of self as well as to communicate feelings and emotion.
Download or read book The Japanese Way written by Noriko Takada and published by McGraw-Hill. This book was released on 1997 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A handy guide to understanding how people from every corner of Japan think, do business, and act in their daily lives Organized alphabetically for east of use, The Japanese Way is an indispensable reference to the common as well as the divergent cultural traits of the Japanese. Included are 89 key traits, representing the values of a people who have been described as "enigmatic," "mysterious," "inscrutable," and even "unknowable." The Japanese Way provides an explanation of the varied ways in which these people celebrated holidays, interact with one another, resolve daily problems, view and deal with the outside world—-as welll as illuminating the rich and varied historical traditions that have shaped the modern culture of Asia’s most progressive nation. Complete with a bibliography and index, The Japanese Wayprovides keen insights into the rich variety of customs and attitudes found among the Japanese people. Whether you are interested in Japan as a student, tourist or business traveler, this book will help you break the culture barrier--and appreciate the Japanese way.
Download or read book Popular Democracy in Japan written by Sherry L. Martin and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2011-03-15 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular Democracy in Japan examines a puzzle in Japanese politics: Why do Japanese women turn out to vote at rates higher than men? On the basis of in-depth fieldwork in various parts of the country, Sherry L. Martin argues that the exclusion of women from a full range of opportunities in public life provokes many of them to seek alternative outlets for self-expression. They have options that include a wide variety of study, hobby, and lifelong learning groups—a feature of Japanese civic life that the Ministry of Education encourages. Women who participate in these alternative spaces for learning tend, Martin finds, to examine the political conditions that have pushed them there. Her research suggests that study group participation increases women’s confidence in using various types of political participation (including voting) to pressure political elites for a more inclusive form of democracy. Considerable overlap between the narratives that emerge from women’s groups and a survey of national public opinion identifies these groups as crucial sites for crafting and circulating public discourses about politics. Martin shows how the interplay between public opinion and institutional change has given rise to bottom-up changes in electoral politics that culminated in the 2009 Democratic Party of Japan victory in the House of Representatives election.
Download or read book Just Listen n Learn French written by Stephanie Ryback and published by NTC/Contemporary Publishing Company. This book was released on 1997 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The basic course for succeeding in Spanish and communicating with confidence.
Download or read book Learn Japanese Must Know Japanese Slang Words Phrases written by Innovative Language Learning and published by Innovative Language Learning. This book was released on with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to learn Japanese the fast, fun and easy way? And do you want to master daily conversations and speak like a native? Then this is the book for you. Learn Japanese: Must-Know Japanese Slang Words & Phrases by JapanesePod101 is designed for Beginner-level learners. You learn the top 100 must-know slang words and phrases that are used in everyday speech. All were hand-picked by our team of Japanese teachers and experts. Here’s how the lessons work: • Every Lesson is Based on a Theme • You Learn Slang Words or Phrases Related to That Theme • Check the Translation & Explanation on How to Use Each One And by the end, you will have mastered 100+ Japanese Slang Words & phrases!
Download or read book Just Enough Business French written by and published by NTC/Contemporary Publishing Company. This book was released on 1993 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book French Verb Drills written by R. de Roussy de Sales and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1991 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Advanced Presents French verbs clearly and methodically, following the normal progression of most basic texts."--Amazon.com viewed July 29, 2024.
Download or read book Just Listen and Learn written by Ruth Rach and published by . This book was released on 1996-06 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive course in German for English speakers, covering 15 different areas, and using conversations recorded on location in German-speaking countries.
Download or read book Just Listen n Learn Spanish written by Sandra Truscott and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book for English speaking learners of Spanish.
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Download or read book Easy Katakana written by Tina Wells and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 1989 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning This practical text contains 20 lessons on how to read and write katakana, the spelling system used for loan words that originate from languages other than Japanese. More than 1,500 Japanese loan words from English are introduced in lessons that provide plenty of practice in pronouncing and writing katakana.
Download or read book 101 American Customs written by Joe Kohl and published by McGraw-Hill Education. This book was released on 1999-10-22 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is sold at garage sales? Why does no one get wet at a bridal shower? For non-native speakers, here's a humorous approach to understanding common American customs and the expressions related to them. Customs are explained, one to a page, with conversational examples and whimsical cartoons. Topics range from age-old traditions, such as shaking hands and bachelor parties, to more modern American practices--coupon clipping, TV dinners, and tailgate parties.
