How to Learn Japanese Grammar

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If you have ever been interested in learning how to speak Japanese in its true form, consider committing to self-study. By obtaining the proper learning tools and staying patient, you can learn this language in a few months. Teach yourself how to say Japanese words and use proper Japanese grammar by discovering how to put together words, sentences and phrases with the steps in this article.

Things You'll Need

  • Pen/Pencil Paper CD or Tape player (optional) Japanese dictionary
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Instructions

  1. The Basics

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      Purchase a book that contains information about Japanese lettering. Study and learn how to write the Japanese alphabet. The book should explain the pronunciation and phonics of Japanese words and of the Japanese alphabet.

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      Next you must learn how adjectives, nouns and verbs make up the Japanese language. You can learn how to pronounce Japanese words with more clarity by purchasing a Japanese language learning CD or tape.

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      Find websites that offer insight on Japanese grammar such as Japanese.about.com.

    Step-by-Step Learning

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      Learn Hiragana and Katakana. These are the two basic forms of the Japanese alphabet.

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      Study and learn the applications of the Japanese verbs, nouns and adjectives called Kanji.

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      Next, become knowledgeable about the structure of Japanese grammar by learning how to combine the Kanji to make sentences coherent.

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      After you have learned the Japanese letters and the pronunciation, you must learn the particles of the Japanese language. Two of the particles are the Inclusive Particle and the Vague Listing Particle.These particles combine the Japanese words in conjunction form like the word "but" and the word "and."

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      Lastly, practice putting sentences together by combining the Inclusive Particles, Kanji and the forms of the Japanese alphabet.

Tips & Warnings

  • Learning Japanese may be easier for some by taking a class. Check with your local college for continuing education classes or for individuals who may teach a Japanese grammar course. Watch a Japanese foreign film to practice Japanese pronunciation.

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