The Japanese language is very difficult to learn, but it does not interfere with its popularity among the representatives of different nationalities. Someone looking into it for the purpose of self-development, someone wants to see a new anime that does not yet have the translation, and somebody at all is going to be a resident of Japan. Not everyone can afford to take professional courses, but if you do not intend to thoroughly learn the language, it is possible to learn the basics of using the available benefits.
How to start learning Japanese language - where to start
Learning Japanese, like any other language, begins with an introduction to the alphabet. The Japanese alphabet is not exactly a classic look - instead of the usual letters it contained syllables. In addition, the foundation of the Japanese language is as much as three of the alphabet:
- Katakana - the syllables to write words of foreign origin, as well as to give the pictorial text.
- Hiragana - basic system of syllables used for writing.
- Kanji - Character System, comes from China. Each character represents a particular word. It's kind of grammatical base, coupled with syllables with the previous two alphabets.
The first two syllables of the alphabet contain 92 to be studied thoroughly. As for the kanji, the minimum word database must include a minimum of 2,000 characters. Choose the most spoken words and phrases. For example, such:
- Phrases of polite speech.
- Suffixes (numerals and counting).
- Words for days of the week, time seasons.
- Verbs.
- Common nouns: one, home, work, food, etc.
For the study, you will need to buy the books with the alphabet, as well as:
- grammar manuals.
- Packaging paper sheets square shape with a size of 9x9 cm.
- Pencils, markers.
- Book 96 pages.
How to start learning Japanese language - manual
- Determine for yourself the goal that will serve as motivation. Otherwise, you are unlikely to graduate from the training course.
- Find a tutor or courses, but you can also try to explore this language yourself.
- Make cards with hieroglyphs, syllables and widespread cliches, on which on the one hand write a value in Japanese, and on the other - in your native language. Make them with small sets of 25-30 pieces every three days, gradually studying all new words. Work with these cards daily.
- After having studied the first syllables, proceed to a parallel acquaintance with grammar. It is pretty light and easier to remember than the alphabet.
- Training your skills by looking through anime, reading publications in Japanese, listening to training songs, communicating in social networks with your like-minded people who also get involved in this language.
- It will be worthwhile to do a hobby with the Japanese subtext, for example, origami. It will stimulate you search for information from the original sources.
- If you are trained yourself, you can use the services of various Japanese online courses.
- On average, to master the average level of knowledge of this language takes about three years. So be patient.
If you dream to learn Japanese, it is not necessary to go to Japan at all, or spend a lot of money on tutors. Possessing only the desire and confidence, you can know this language yourself.
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