Grammar guides, particle explanations and conjugation references, from the first sentence patterns to advanced usage.
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Self-study site for learning Kansai dialect with chapters on characteristics, expressions, grammar, functional patterns, video interviews and audio exercises for learners of Japanese regional speech.
Guide to the Japanese particle まで, which marks endpoints in time and space. Covers まで versus までに and includes example sentences, watch-outs, and practice questions for JLPT N5 learners.
Explains the formal Japanese grammar pattern 〜際に (sai ni), meaning "on the occasion of" or "when," with formation rules, examples, common mistakes, and related grammar points for JLPT N3 learners.
Explanation of the JLPT N4 grammar point 〜ておく (te oku), meaning to do something in advance or leave it in a particular state for future purposes.
A structured lesson on basic Japanese grammar, particles, verb forms, and expressions of gratitude. Teaches verbal schemes, verb tenses, and situational language for learners beginning their Japanese studies.
よい・いい The adjective meaning "good," as we know, is いい. …
Educational article explaining how Japanese cultural concepts like uchi-soto, honne-tatemae, and kuuki wo yomu shape grammar and language use.
A podcast episode explaining the Japanese particle もう with meanings of shortly, soon, or now, including example sentences with audio, English translations, and a vocabulary quiz for beginning learners.
= “Yoku asobi yoku manabe” dayo!= “Play hard and study hard”, OK?
A guide to communicating effectively in Japanese business settings, covering keigo types, practical phrases for meetings and emails, and cultural communication tips for intermediate learners.
Explains the に particle and its four main meanings (destination, location, time, direction) with eight example sentences, vocabulary lists, and links to related grammar and JLPT N5 study materials.
Step-by-step guide to converting Japanese verbs from dictionary form to polite masu form, covering u-verbs, ru-verbs, and irregulars with formation rules, example sentences with audio, and a quiz.
Guide to Japanese grammar that explains structures from a Japanese viewpoint, using literal translations and building grammatical concepts systematically from fundamental principles.
An interactive calculator for Japanese counters that shows correct kanji, hiragana, and romaji for numbers 1-10 across twelve common counter categories, with pronunciation variations noted.
Guide to です, a fundamental Japanese word used to mark sentences as polite and formal. Covers its use with nouns, adjectives, negative forms, and past tense with examples and explanations.
Learn ～ばかりでなく as a Japanese grammar lesson: The pattern ～ばかりでなく is used to express that a situation or quality is not limited to just one thing, but extends to another as well.
Explains the Japanese grammar point なかなか (nakanaka) at JLPT N3 level, covering its meanings and two main usage patterns with eight example sentences and English translations.
Guide to choosing between polite and plain Japanese speech styles by setting and listener, with examples, comparisons, common mistakes, and a practice quiz for JLPT N4 learners.
Video lessons from Erin's Challenge for intermediate Japanese learners, with 24 situational lessons covering grammar, vocabulary, and conversation.
Stack Exchange Q&A community where advanced learners and linguists discuss fine points of Japanese grammar, pronunciation, classical forms, and word choice through unanswered questions.
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