Author: George Trombley Publisher: Yesjapan Corporation ISBN: 9780976998129 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 338
Book Description
"The Japanese language uses a set of symbols called 'hiragana' (to spell Japanese words), 'katakana' (to spell foreign words), and 'kanji' (to represent entire words or names). Over the course of BOOK 1, we will teach you groups of hiragana piece-by-piece to gradually build up your understanding and familiarity."--Introduction.
Author: Helen Ballhatchet Publisher: McGraw-Hill ISBN: 9780071592697 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 320
Book Description
With Teach Yourself Japanese Complete Course, you can learn this language from the comfort of your own home, at your own pace. It introduces you to practical themes, such as making travel arrangements, meeting someone new, shopping, and other every day activities.
Author: Helen Gilhooly Publisher: Hodder Education ISBN: 9780340870365 Category : Japanese language Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Japanese has become increasingly popular as a language to learn in recent years, and a growing awareness of Japan has been created through industry, television, newspaper articles, Japanese events and exhibitions. 'Teach Yourself Beginner's Japanese' is the right course for you if you really want to learn Japanese but are daunted by the prospect of complicated grammar, classes and coursebooks. This book starts right from the beginning and explains everything in simple English. There are hints throughout to make learning easy and you can learn at your own pace with plenty of practice of each new point. It is a friendly introduction to the language which will help you to understand and speak Japanese sufficiently well to function effectively in basic everyday situations, both business and social. The course will also offer you an insight into Japanese culture and there is even an opportunity for you to learn some of the basics of reading Japanese if you want to. The book is divided into two main parts. Units 1-12 introduce you to the basic structures and grammatical points you'll need in everyday situations. Units 14-20 deal with everyday situations such as shopping, eating out, travelling, meeting a Japanese business person and entertaining a Japanese person in your home. They give you the opportunity to put into practice and consolidate the language you have learnt in the first 12 units. Unit 13 is a special unit designed to give you the chance to find out something about reading Japanese. If you would rather miss this unit out and concentrate on speaking and listening, you can do so without it affecting your understanding of the other units. All the Japanese in other units is given in romanization. By the end of the course you'll be able to communicate in a wide range of real-life situations and have all the practical information you need to enjoy your next trip to Japan. Two accompanying cassettes or CDs are available separately or in a pack with the book. The leader in self-learning with more than 300 titles, covering all subjects. Be where you want to be with Teach Yourself.
Author: Prem Motwani Publisher: ISBN: 9788120732063 Category : Japanese language Languages : en Pages : 258
Book Description
Book & CD. An ideal book for self-study, written by experienced Japanese language teachers, with several unparalleled features rolled into one: Fully-romanised text; Unique pattern-based chapterisation; Drills with a key to solutions; Complete English-Japanese/Japanese-English index for easy reference. Equal emphasis on written and spoken skills; Additional classified glossary on a wide variety of subjects.
Author: Helen Gilhooly Publisher: McGraw-Hill ISBN: 9780071424462 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
For those who find learning a new language daunting, the Teach Yourself Beginner's Language Series is just what the language teacher ordered. Each friendly and practical course introduces the new language without overwhelming the learner and includes: Lively dialogues and exercises A helpful pronunciation section Manageable lists of practical vocabulary A glossary of grammar terms Hints on how to make learning easy Fascinating language and cultural information Accompanying dialogue recordings on CD
Author: Helen Gilhooly Publisher: Teach Yourself ISBN: 147180058X Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 280
Book Description
Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Japanese and communicate confidently with others? Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Japanese will equip you with the skills you need to use Japanese in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. What will I achieve by the end of the course? By the end of Complete Japanese you will have a solid intermediate-level grounding in the four key skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening - and be able to communicate with confidence and accuracy. Is this course for me? If you want to move confidently from beginner to intermediate level, this is the course for you. It's perfect for the self-study learner, with a one-to-one tutor, or for the beginner classroom. It can also be used as a refresher course. What do I get? -15 learning units plus verbs reference and word glossary and revision section -Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick -Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening, and speaking -Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner -Culture notes - learn about the people and places of Japan -Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims -Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavor of real spoken Japanese -Test Yourself - see and track your own progress *Complete Japanese maps from Novice Low to Advanced Low level proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and from A1 Beginner to B1/B2 Upper Intermediate level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) guidelines. The audio for this course can be downloaded from the Teach Yourself Library app or streamed at library.teachyourself.com.
Author: Helen Gilhooly Publisher: Mcgraw-hill ISBN: 9780071747868 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 432
Book Description
It's easy to teach yourself Japanese! Complete Japanese: A Teach Yourself Guide provides you with a clear and comprehensive approach to Japanese, so you can progress quickly from the basics to understanding, speaking, and writing Japanese with confidence. Within each of the 24 thematic chapters, important language structures are introduced through life-like dialogues. You'll learn grammar in a gradual manner so you won't be overwhelmed by this tricky subject. Exercises accompany the texts and reinforce learning in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This program also features current cultural information boxes that reflect recent changes in society. Features: One and five-minute introductions to key principles to get you started Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author’s many years of experience Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of the basics of the language
Author: Helen Gilhooly Publisher: McGraw-Hill ISBN: 9780071749794 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 400
Book Description
Teach Yourself takes the pain out of picking up the Japanese language Get Started in Japanese requires no prior experience in the language and gives you the opportunity to study at a reasonable, steady pace. This course makes the process nearly painless--it is written in a friendly and supportive tone, and the structure offers you plenty of opportunities for self-practice. You are in control of your learning experience, so you never feel overwhelmed or rushed. This practical course introduces the new language without inundating you and includes dialogues and exercises, a helpful pronunciation section, manageable lists of practical vocabulary, a glossary of grammar terms, and more. Features: Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author’s many years of experience Tests in the book to keep track of your progress
Author: George Trombley
Author: Helen Ballhatchet
Author: Helen Gilhooly
Author: Prem Motwani
Author: Helen Gilhooly
Author: Helen Gilhooly
Author: Helen Gilhooly
Author: Helen Ballhatchet
Author: Helen Gilhooly
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