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Basic Japanese: Learn to Speak Everyday Japanese in 10 Carefully Structured Lessons

Eriko Sato, Samuel E. Martin

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Basic Japanese: Learn to Speak Everyday Japanese in 10 Carefully Structured Lessons

by Eriko Sato, Samuel E. Martin
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Basic Japanese: Learn to Speak Everyday Japanese in 10 Carefully Structured Lessons
Basic Japanese: Learn to Speak Everyday Japanese in 10 Carefully Structured Lessons

Innovative structured approach to beginner Japanese.

If you're diving into Japanese for the first time or you're brushing up on basics for self-study, "Basic Japanese" by Samuel E. Martin and Eriko Sato might just be the companion you're looking for. Its structured lessons focus on the language's foundation—more than just vocabulary flashcards—and offer a blend of grammar insights, conversational practice, and listening exercises. Plus, having an audio-CD is a great plus to get your pronunciation right from the get-go.

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Basic Japanese: Learn to Speak Everyday Japanese in 10 Carefully Structured Lessons

by Eriko Sato, Samuel E. Martin
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ISBN: 9784805309629
Authors: Eriko Sato, Samuel E. Martin
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Date of Publication: 2012-10-10
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development
Related Topics: Personal Development, How To
Goodreads rating: 3.46
(rated by 13 readers)

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Basic Japanese takes a friendly and innovative approach, emphasizing the structure of the Japanese language rather than just vocabulary. This method was pioneered by the author, Samuel E. Martin. Once considered controversial, modern linguists now agree that the structural based approach for learning a language allows for more effective retention than the traditional repetition-based approach. It is especially effective for self-study and first-time learners. The MP3 Audio CD helps to reinforce pronunciation and build listening comprehension. Each lesson is set up to ease learners into not just understanding new material but mastering it, using a four-step method: Step 1: Basic Sentences: Each lesson begins with the key to quick mastery of spoken Japanese—learning and understanding new sentence patterns. Vocabulary is learned in context. A Basic Vocabulary section lists only essential words and phrases that are relevant to the theme of the lesson. Step 2: Structure Notes: Next the learner is guided through complete, in-depth explanations of the sentences' grammar essentials, to aid in mastering the sentence patterns. Step 3: Conversation: Authentic dialogue teaches the way people naturally speak, putting into practice the lesson's sentence patterns with common, everyday topics. Step 4: Exercises: An opportunity for practicing—and for strengthening your understanding of the lesson's key points. Accomplished teacher Eriko Sato has produced an excellent revision of Samuel Martin's classic text for the classroom and self-learners, while
 

Innovative structured approach to beginner Japanese.

If you're diving into Japanese for the first time or you're brushing up on basics for self-study, "Basic Japanese" by Samuel E. Martin and Eriko Sato might just be the companion you're looking for. Its structured lessons focus on the language's foundation—more than just vocabulary flashcards—and offer a blend of grammar insights, conversational practice, and listening exercises. Plus, having an audio-CD is a great plus to get your pronunciation right from the get-go.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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