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Japanese For Dummies 2nd Edition
Author(s): Eriko Sato (Author)
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
- Publication Date: 30 Oct. 2012
- Edition: 2nd
- Language: English, Japanese
- Print length: 408 pages
- ISBN-10: 1118130715
- ISBN-13: 9781118130711
Book Description
Learn to speak Japanese the fast and easy way Japanese is the gateway to the rich culture of the exciting and complex island nation of Japan. Some people get intimidated by the prospect of speaking Japanese worried that it’s just too complex and different but these fears are unfounded. While you can devote a lifetime to the study of this or any language, picking up the basics of Japanese doesn’t require any more than an interest and a willingness to try something new. Japanese For Dummies has everything you need to start speaking the language. Author and Professor of Japanese Eriko Sato introduces the essentials of grammar and pronunciation, giving you a working sense of the language, before showing you Japanese in action. You’ll also discover social customs, formalities, and manners, from how and when to bow to how to unwrap a present. * Includes vocabulary summaries, a mini-dictionary, and an audio CD full of conversations and pronunciations * Assumes no prior knowledge of Japanese on your part providing the perfect guide for a quick-but-thorough, lighthearted-but-not-lightweight introduction to the language * CD lets you hear Japanese as it’s really spoken and reinforces lessons from the book Whether you simply want to introduce yourself to the Japanese language, say a few words to a neighbor or coworker, or you’re planning a major trip or study abroad in Japan, Japanese For Dummies will enable you to get the basics fast and work towards your own goal at your own pace. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
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From the Back Cover
The fast and easy way to learn to speak Japanese
Want to feel comfortable with conversational Japanese? Then thishands-on, friendly guide is the book for you. It’s filled with theessential grammar, vocabulary, verb conjugations, andpronunciations you need to know to start speaking like anative.
- Japanese 101 learn to recite the alphabet; pronouncewords and phrases; and meet, greet, and exchange pleasantries withother Japanese speakers
- It’s as easy as ichi, ni, san (1, 2, 3) hone yoursmall-talk skills and discover how to ask for directions, orderfood, and more
- Happy trails take your Japanese on the road and find outhow to plan a trip, make arrangements for a place to stay, discusstransportation, and handle emergencies while you’re away
- Take care of business grasp the essential Japaneselanguage skills you need to talk on the phone and perform everydaytasks at the office
Audio CD Includes
35 real-life conversations that reinforce lessons from thebook
Japanese pronunciation, pitch, and intonation guide
Please see CD appendix for details.
Open the book and find:
- How to pronounce Japanese sounds
- Common words and phrases in Japanese scripts
- Japanese grammar basics
- A guide to addressing others respectfully
- Information on numbers, time, and measurements
- Pointers for describing everyday activities in Japanese
- Fun exercises to help you practice your Japanese skills
- Expanded Japanese-English and English-Japanesedictionaries
Learn to:
- Speak conversational Japanese with ease
- Master basic grammar, verb conjugations, vocabulary, andpronunciations
- Identify kana and kanji
CD includes real-life conversations by native speakers
About the Author
Eriko Sato, PhD, is Director of the Teacher Certification Program for Japanese and the Pre-College Japanese Language Program at the State University of New York at Stony Brook.
