How Simple Japanese Works

This book is an excellent dive into one of the world’s most fascinating languages as it offers a detailed linguistic analysis of the fundamentals of the Japanese language without ever getting overcomplicated. The text serves as a helpful resource for Japanese language learners and those preparing to teach Japanese. Even those familiar with the core concepts of the Japanese language are sure to learn something new. This resource examines not only how the Japanese language works but also why certain language conventions developed into what we know today as modern Japanese. How Easy Japanese Works finds itself in classrooms across the world as the go-to introduction for Japanese linguistics. Originally published in 2003, this revised edition includes new chapters and content. The book consists of four main sections: phonology, grammar, expression, and regional diversity. Each section contains detailed chapters of a variety of topics such as intonation, honorifics, and Japanese evolution over the ages. The structure of Japanese is summarized in a clear and easy-to-understand manner, incorporating the latest research results and observations. Structure Thirty-two chapters across four sections discussing the foundations of the Japanese language. Every chapter touches on a wide array of topics, including specific looks at modality, particle differentiation, how Japanese is taught, spoken language among various age groups, and more. Chapters are filled with rich explanations and include visual material such as illustrations and graphs. Clear comparisons between different aspects of the Japanese language, such as grammar points and similar vocabulary. Index of linguistic components for quick reference. Recommended for you if: You want to know the fundamentals of how the Japanese language works. You are planning to teach Japanese and want to refine your knowledge of essential grammar points. You have an interest in how modern Japanese has developed over time. You want a text entirely in Japanese to improve your reading comprehension. About this volume: Original Title: やさしい日本語のしくみ 改訂版 Pages: 112 ISBN: 978-4874248300 Book Size: A5 Languages: Japanese Publishing date: March 30th, 2020