Japanese For Dummies

Description: Japanese For Dummies Features For Dummies Description Product 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. From the Back Cover The fast and easy way to learn to speak Japanese Want to feel comfortable with conversational Japanese? Then this hands-on, friendly guide is the book for you. It's filled with the essential grammar, vocabulary, verb conjugations, and pronunciations you need to know to start speaking like a native. Japanese 101 learn to recite the alphabet; pronounce words and phrases; and meet, greet, and exchange pleasantries with other Japanese speakers It's as easy as ichi, ni, san (1, 2, 3) hone your small-talk skills and discover how to ask for directions, order food, and more Happy trails take your Japanese on the road and find out how to plan a trip, make arrangements for a place to stay, discuss transportation, and handle emergencies while you're away Take care of business grasp the essential Japanese language skills you need to talk on the phone and perform everyday tasks at the office Audio CD Includes 35 real-life conversations that reinforce lessons from the book 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-Japanese dictionaries Learn to: Speak conversational Japanese with ease Master basic grammar, verb conjugations, vocabulary, and pronunciations 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. Returns Domestic USA Orders Only. We accept returns on items for a period of 30 days from the date of purchase. All product and packaging must be in new and unused resalable condition. Shipping is non-refundable. 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