Author: Clay Boutwell
Publisher: Kotoba Inc
ISBN:
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
NEWLY UPDATED JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book with Sound and Anki Flashcards! For beginners Dive into the world of Japanese language proficiency with this book designed specifically for the JLPT N5 exam—the first and most accessible level, perfect for beginners who have mastered hiragana. This comprehensive resource not only prepares you for the test but sets a solid foundation for future Japanese learning. What's New? Enhanced Audio Experience: Enjoy 1,445 crystal-clear MP3 recordings of every vocabulary word and example sentence. We've also curated eight "chapter" MP3s that weave together Japanese vocabulary, example sentences, and their English translations for an immersive learning experience. Listen and learn on the go—whether you're commuting, taking a stroll, or flipping through the pages of the book. Access these invaluable resources via a FREE download link available on the last page. Anki Flashcard Decks: Work through the flashcards while you work through the book and audio to help really learn the vocabulary. Anki is a free flashcard app that works on your phone or computer to intelligently "feed" you words you need to review just as you need to review them. Why JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book? Strategic Learning: Every entry is tailored to ensure you grasp the essentials of vocabulary needed to pass the N5 level. The structured audio files promote sequential learning, reinforcing retention and understanding. Convenience at Your Fingertips: Study anywhere, anytime. The audio files are perfect for passive listening and the Anki flashcards can be reviewed anywhere, making it easier to integrate Japanese learning into your daily routine without overwhelming your schedule. Goal-Oriented Approach: The JLPT is not just an exam; it's a milestone. Registering for and preparing to sit the JLPT in a different city is a commitment—a powerful motivator that can spur profound language acquisition. Prepare to Succeed Embark on your Japanese learning journey with a book designed to motivate and guide you towards your language goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills for personal enrichment or need a structured learning path, this book is an indispensable tool. Get your copy today, embrace the challenge, and take a significant step towards passing the JLPT N5! Remember: The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Start yours with the right resources—download the sound files and transform your Japanese language skills now!
Japanese Vocabulary for JLPT N5
Author: Clay Boutwell
Publisher: Kotoba Inc
ISBN:
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
NEWLY UPDATED JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book with Sound and Anki Flashcards! For beginners Dive into the world of Japanese language proficiency with this book designed specifically for the JLPT N5 exam—the first and most accessible level, perfect for beginners who have mastered hiragana. This comprehensive resource not only prepares you for the test but sets a solid foundation for future Japanese learning. What's New? Enhanced Audio Experience: Enjoy 1,445 crystal-clear MP3 recordings of every vocabulary word and example sentence. We've also curated eight "chapter" MP3s that weave together Japanese vocabulary, example sentences, and their English translations for an immersive learning experience. Listen and learn on the go—whether you're commuting, taking a stroll, or flipping through the pages of the book. Access these invaluable resources via a FREE download link available on the last page. Anki Flashcard Decks: Work through the flashcards while you work through the book and audio to help really learn the vocabulary. Anki is a free flashcard app that works on your phone or computer to intelligently "feed" you words you need to review just as you need to review them. Why JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book? Strategic Learning: Every entry is tailored to ensure you grasp the essentials of vocabulary needed to pass the N5 level. The structured audio files promote sequential learning, reinforcing retention and understanding. Convenience at Your Fingertips: Study anywhere, anytime. The audio files are perfect for passive listening and the Anki flashcards can be reviewed anywhere, making it easier to integrate Japanese learning into your daily routine without overwhelming your schedule. Goal-Oriented Approach: The JLPT is not just an exam; it's a milestone. Registering for and preparing to sit the JLPT in a different city is a commitment—a powerful motivator that can spur profound language acquisition. Prepare to Succeed Embark on your Japanese learning journey with a book designed to motivate and guide you towards your language goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills for personal enrichment or need a structured learning path, this book is an indispensable tool. Get your copy today, embrace the challenge, and take a significant step towards passing the JLPT N5! Remember: The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Start yours with the right resources—download the sound files and transform your Japanese language skills now!
Publisher: Kotoba Inc
ISBN:
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
NEWLY UPDATED JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book with Sound and Anki Flashcards! For beginners Dive into the world of Japanese language proficiency with this book designed specifically for the JLPT N5 exam—the first and most accessible level, perfect for beginners who have mastered hiragana. This comprehensive resource not only prepares you for the test but sets a solid foundation for future Japanese learning. What's New? Enhanced Audio Experience: Enjoy 1,445 crystal-clear MP3 recordings of every vocabulary word and example sentence. We've also curated eight "chapter" MP3s that weave together Japanese vocabulary, example sentences, and their English translations for an immersive learning experience. Listen and learn on the go—whether you're commuting, taking a stroll, or flipping through the pages of the book. Access these invaluable resources via a FREE download link available on the last page. Anki Flashcard Decks: Work through the flashcards while you work through the book and audio to help really learn the vocabulary. Anki is a free flashcard app that works on your phone or computer to intelligently "feed" you words you need to review just as you need to review them. Why JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book? Strategic Learning: Every entry is tailored to ensure you grasp the essentials of vocabulary needed to pass the N5 level. The structured audio files promote sequential learning, reinforcing retention and understanding. Convenience at Your Fingertips: Study anywhere, anytime. The audio files are perfect for passive listening and the Anki flashcards can be reviewed anywhere, making it easier to integrate Japanese learning into your daily routine without overwhelming your schedule. Goal-Oriented Approach: The JLPT is not just an exam; it's a milestone. Registering for and preparing to sit the JLPT in a different city is a commitment—a powerful motivator that can spur profound language acquisition. Prepare to Succeed Embark on your Japanese learning journey with a book designed to motivate and guide you towards your language goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills for personal enrichment or need a structured learning path, this book is an indispensable tool. Get your copy today, embrace the challenge, and take a significant step towards passing the JLPT N5! Remember: The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Start yours with the right resources—download the sound files and transform your Japanese language skills now!
Jlpt N5 Vocabulary Books Study Guide: Full Japanese Vocabulary Kanji Hiragana and Romaji Flashcards with English Dictionary for Quick Study Japanese L
Author: Teshima Yatsuhiro
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781090933799
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
To pass the N5, you will need to know about 100 kanji and about 800 vocabulary words. This paperback provides a complete word list. Each word shows kanji, Kana (Hiragana/Katakana), Romaji and English meaning. Starting from words that you need to remember Kanji. These flashcards aim to help you recognize each word easily.To pass JLPT N5, YOU WILL NEED a vocabulary of about 800 words. And you will need to be comfortable reading the hiragana alphabet, the katakana alphabet, and about 100 kanji.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781090933799
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
To pass the N5, you will need to know about 100 kanji and about 800 vocabulary words. This paperback provides a complete word list. Each word shows kanji, Kana (Hiragana/Katakana), Romaji and English meaning. Starting from words that you need to remember Kanji. These flashcards aim to help you recognize each word easily.To pass JLPT N5, YOU WILL NEED a vocabulary of about 800 words. And you will need to be comfortable reading the hiragana alphabet, the katakana alphabet, and about 100 kanji.
Japanese Short Stories for Beginners
Author: Lingo Mastery
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951949228
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Do you know what the hardest thing for a Japanese learner is? Finding PROPER reading material that they can handle...which is precisely the reason we've written this book! You may have found the best teacher in town or the most incredible learning app around, but if you don't put all of that knowledge to practice, you'll soon forget everything you've obtained. This is why being engaged with interesting reading material can be so essential for somebody wishing to learn a new language. Therefore, in this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Japanese language. How Japanese Short Stories for Beginners works: - Each chapter possesses a funny, interesting and/or thought-provoking story based on real-life situations, allowing you to learn a bit more about the Japanese culture. - Having trouble understanding Japanese characters? No problem - we provide you with the English translation below each paragraph, allowing you to fully grasp what you're reading! - The summaries follow a synopsis in Japanese and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. Use them if you're having trouble. - At the end of those summaries, you will be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary from that chapter, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Do not get lost trying to understand or pronounce it all, either, as all of the vocabulary words are Romanized for your ease of learning! - Finally, you'll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Japanese, allowing you the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Whether it's true or false, or if you're doing the single answer questions, don't worry if you don't know the answer to any - we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating! We want you to feel comfortable while learning Japanese; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles! So look no further! Pick up your copy of Japanese Short Stories for Beginners and level up your Japanese language skills right now!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951949228
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Do you know what the hardest thing for a Japanese learner is? Finding PROPER reading material that they can handle...which is precisely the reason we've written this book! You may have found the best teacher in town or the most incredible learning app around, but if you don't put all of that knowledge to practice, you'll soon forget everything you've obtained. This is why being engaged with interesting reading material can be so essential for somebody wishing to learn a new language. Therefore, in this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Japanese language. How Japanese Short Stories for Beginners works: - Each chapter possesses a funny, interesting and/or thought-provoking story based on real-life situations, allowing you to learn a bit more about the Japanese culture. - Having trouble understanding Japanese characters? No problem - we provide you with the English translation below each paragraph, allowing you to fully grasp what you're reading! - The summaries follow a synopsis in Japanese and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. Use them if you're having trouble. - At the end of those summaries, you will be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary from that chapter, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Do not get lost trying to understand or pronounce it all, either, as all of the vocabulary words are Romanized for your ease of learning! - Finally, you'll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Japanese, allowing you the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Whether it's true or false, or if you're doing the single answer questions, don't worry if you don't know the answer to any - we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating! We want you to feel comfortable while learning Japanese; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles! So look no further! Pick up your copy of Japanese Short Stories for Beginners and level up your Japanese language skills right now!
JLPT N5 Flashcards
Author: Teruki Hazama
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781095957981
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Learning kanji is one of the most important step in learning Japanese. Words and phrases are so important to master foreign language, we works hard on this and try our best to help you master them faster, better and more easily. This book is a comprehensive vocabulary learning tool that helps you to memorize words needed to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. It will help you learn Japanese kanji and words (non-exhaustive list) for the JLPT examination. It is a perfect book to Japanese learners who want to pass Japanese-Language Proficiency Test. You can learn basic Japanese such as Hiragana, Romaji, Kanji and English meaning. Product Details: * 600+ words of JLPT N5 vocabulary with worksheets* Printed on bright white smooth paper * Premium matte cover finish * Perfect for all lettering mediums * Large format 8.5" x 11.0" (215mm x 280mm) pages
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781095957981
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Learning kanji is one of the most important step in learning Japanese. Words and phrases are so important to master foreign language, we works hard on this and try our best to help you master them faster, better and more easily. This book is a comprehensive vocabulary learning tool that helps you to memorize words needed to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. It will help you learn Japanese kanji and words (non-exhaustive list) for the JLPT examination. It is a perfect book to Japanese learners who want to pass Japanese-Language Proficiency Test. You can learn basic Japanese such as Hiragana, Romaji, Kanji and English meaning. Product Details: * 600+ words of JLPT N5 vocabulary with worksheets* Printed on bright white smooth paper * Premium matte cover finish * Perfect for all lettering mediums * Large format 8.5" x 11.0" (215mm x 280mm) pages
Speak Japanese in 90 Days: Volume Two
Author: Kevin Marx
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781983667596
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
The second volume of the best selling Speak Japanese in 90 Days is here! Speak Japanese in 90 Days Volume 2 continues where Volume 1 left off. Like Volume 1, all of the prep work is done for you. This book teaches you not only what, but how to study, broken down into 90 simple lessons that can be studied in one day each. Volume 2 covers the rest of the grammar for the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N4 and N3 levels. The content includes detailed, easy to understand explanations of all the grammar points as well as 16 short readings for students to practice what they have studied. If you're a student looking for a reference guide to N3 grammar points, concise readings to help you practice, or a veteran student of Volume 1, this book is exactly what you are looking for! Speak Japanese in 90 Days: A Self-study Guide to Becoming Fluent Volume 1 and 2 give students all the tools they need to become effective self learners.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781983667596
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
The second volume of the best selling Speak Japanese in 90 Days is here! Speak Japanese in 90 Days Volume 2 continues where Volume 1 left off. Like Volume 1, all of the prep work is done for you. This book teaches you not only what, but how to study, broken down into 90 simple lessons that can be studied in one day each. Volume 2 covers the rest of the grammar for the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N4 and N3 levels. The content includes detailed, easy to understand explanations of all the grammar points as well as 16 short readings for students to practice what they have studied. If you're a student looking for a reference guide to N3 grammar points, concise readings to help you practice, or a veteran student of Volume 1, this book is exactly what you are looking for! Speak Japanese in 90 Days: A Self-study Guide to Becoming Fluent Volume 1 and 2 give students all the tools they need to become effective self learners.
Japanese Kanji for Beginners
Author: Timothy G. Stout
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462918999
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 625
Book Description
The method that's helped thousands in the U.S. and Japan learn Japanese successfully. The Japanese language has two primary writing systems, kanji characters--which are based on Chinese characters and hiragana and katakana--a mnemonics based alphabet. This handy book teaches you a new mnemonics-based method to read and write the 430 highest-frequency kanji characters. Along with its sister book: Japanese Hiragana and Katakana for Beginners it provides a complete introduction to written Japanese. Japanese Kanji for Beginners contains everything you need to learn the kanji characters required for the Advanced Placement Japanese Language and Culture Exam. It is designed for use by high school or college students as well as independent learners. The kanji learned in this book closely adhere to those introduced in every major Japanese language textbook. Key features of Japanese Kanji for Beginners include: The 430 highest-frequency kanji characters 44 simple, easy-to-follow lessons Concise information on kanji elements, readings and pronunciations Extensive exercises, drills, and writing practice Downloadable content with printable flash cards, practice quizzes and extra exercises The Extensive downloadable content contains a set of printable kanji flash cards to assist learners in reviewing and memorizing the kanji in the book. It also provides sample vocabulary quizzes in a multiple-choice format similar to those in the AP exam, as well as additional exercises that further reinforce the newly learned kanji.
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462918999
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 625
Book Description
The method that's helped thousands in the U.S. and Japan learn Japanese successfully. The Japanese language has two primary writing systems, kanji characters--which are based on Chinese characters and hiragana and katakana--a mnemonics based alphabet. This handy book teaches you a new mnemonics-based method to read and write the 430 highest-frequency kanji characters. Along with its sister book: Japanese Hiragana and Katakana for Beginners it provides a complete introduction to written Japanese. Japanese Kanji for Beginners contains everything you need to learn the kanji characters required for the Advanced Placement Japanese Language and Culture Exam. It is designed for use by high school or college students as well as independent learners. The kanji learned in this book closely adhere to those introduced in every major Japanese language textbook. Key features of Japanese Kanji for Beginners include: The 430 highest-frequency kanji characters 44 simple, easy-to-follow lessons Concise information on kanji elements, readings and pronunciations Extensive exercises, drills, and writing practice Downloadable content with printable flash cards, practice quizzes and extra exercises The Extensive downloadable content contains a set of printable kanji flash cards to assist learners in reviewing and memorizing the kanji in the book. It also provides sample vocabulary quizzes in a multiple-choice format similar to those in the AP exam, as well as additional exercises that further reinforce the newly learned kanji.
Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book Volume 1
Author: Eriko Sato, Ph.D.
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462917178
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
This is an invaluable study guide and practice book for learning basic Japanese kanji. Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book is intended for beginning students or experienced speakers who need to practice their written Japanese. Kanji are an essential part of the Japanese language and together with kana (hiragana and katakana) comprise written Japanese. This book presents the kanji characters that are most commonly used. All the kanji and related vocabulary words in this book are those that students are expected to know for Level 5 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. (JLPT). Characters that appear in the AP Japanese Language and Culture Exam are flagged. Readings, meanings, and common compounds are presented. The correct method of writing each character is clearly indicated, and practice boxes with strokes that can be traced are provided, along with empty boxes for freehand writing practice. Lots of exercises are included to give students the opportunity to practice writing sentences containing the Kanji. Indexes at the back allow you to look up the characters by their readings and English meanings. This kanji book includes: Step-by-step stroke order diagrams for each character. Special boxes with grid lines to practice writing characters. Extra printable practice grids Words and phrases using each kanji. Romanizations (romanji) to help identify and pronounce every word.
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462917178
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
This is an invaluable study guide and practice book for learning basic Japanese kanji. Learning Japanese Kanji Practice Book is intended for beginning students or experienced speakers who need to practice their written Japanese. Kanji are an essential part of the Japanese language and together with kana (hiragana and katakana) comprise written Japanese. This book presents the kanji characters that are most commonly used. All the kanji and related vocabulary words in this book are those that students are expected to know for Level 5 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. (JLPT). Characters that appear in the AP Japanese Language and Culture Exam are flagged. Readings, meanings, and common compounds are presented. The correct method of writing each character is clearly indicated, and practice boxes with strokes that can be traced are provided, along with empty boxes for freehand writing practice. Lots of exercises are included to give students the opportunity to practice writing sentences containing the Kanji. Indexes at the back allow you to look up the characters by their readings and English meanings. This kanji book includes: Step-by-step stroke order diagrams for each character. Special boxes with grid lines to practice writing characters. Extra printable practice grids Words and phrases using each kanji. Romanizations (romanji) to help identify and pronounce every word.
JLPT N1-N5 Kanji Practice Japanese Language Proficiency Test
Author: Ph D Mayuna Tsukada
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781097936120
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (日本語能力試験 Nihongo Nōryoku Shiken), or JLPT, is a standardized criterion-referenced test to evaluate and certify Japanese language proficiency for non-native speakers, covering language knowledge, reading ability, and listening ability. You can register for any level you wish. The fastest way to learn the kanji is to use this kanji study tools. Not only that, but you also need to be sure to use them in a very particular manner. These Flashcards will keep you from forgetting what you learn.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781097936120
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (日本語能力試験 Nihongo Nōryoku Shiken), or JLPT, is a standardized criterion-referenced test to evaluate and certify Japanese language proficiency for non-native speakers, covering language knowledge, reading ability, and listening ability. You can register for any level you wish. The fastest way to learn the kanji is to use this kanji study tools. Not only that, but you also need to be sure to use them in a very particular manner. These Flashcards will keep you from forgetting what you learn.
All About Particles
Author: Naoko Chino
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1568364199
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Students of Japanese are familiar with the term "particle," and realize that they, like English prepositions, require a special effort to master. This handbook provides all the information one would need on these tricky units of grammar. All About Particles covers more than 70 particles those that are used regularly as well as those used less frequently in more than 200 uses. The book can be approached as a guiding textbook and studied from beginning to end. It is as a reference book, however, that All About Particles shines. It is light and easy to carry, slim enough to fit into the corner of a shoulder bag, and concise enough to quickly clarify particle-related questions. It is a priceless tool for any serious student of Japanese. In its previous incarnation as a part of the Power Japanese Series, ISBN 978-0-87011-954-5, and sold more than 40,000 copies worldwide.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1568364199
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Students of Japanese are familiar with the term "particle," and realize that they, like English prepositions, require a special effort to master. This handbook provides all the information one would need on these tricky units of grammar. All About Particles covers more than 70 particles those that are used regularly as well as those used less frequently in more than 200 uses. The book can be approached as a guiding textbook and studied from beginning to end. It is as a reference book, however, that All About Particles shines. It is light and easy to carry, slim enough to fit into the corner of a shoulder bag, and concise enough to quickly clarify particle-related questions. It is a priceless tool for any serious student of Japanese. In its previous incarnation as a part of the Power Japanese Series, ISBN 978-0-87011-954-5, and sold more than 40,000 copies worldwide.
Remembering the Kanji 2
Author: James W. Heisig
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824836696
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Following the first volume of Remembering the Kanji, the present work provides students with helpful tools for learning the pronunciation of the kanji. Behind the notorious inconsistencies in the way the Japanese language has come to pronounce the characters it received from China lie several coherent patterns. Identifying these patterns and arranging them in logical order can reduce dramatically the amount of time spent in the brute memorization of sounds unrelated to written forms. Many of the “primitive elements,” or building blocks, used in the drawing of the characters also serve to indicate the “Chinese reading” that particular kanji use, chiefly in compound terms. By learning one of the kanji that uses such a “signal primitive,” one can learn the entire group at the same time. In this way, Remembering the Kanji 2 lays out the varieties of phonetic pattern and offers helpful hints for learning readings, that might otherwise appear completely random, in an efficient and rational way. Individual frames cross-reference the kanji to alternate readings and to the frame in volume 1 in which the meaning and writing of the kanji was first introduced. A parallel system of pronouncing the kanji, their “Japanese readings,” uses native Japanese words assigned to particular Chinese characters. Although these are more easily learned because of the association of the meaning to a single word, the author creates a kind of phonetic alphabet of single syllable words, each connected to a simple Japanese word, and shows how they can be combined to help memorize particularly troublesome vocabulary. The 4th edition has been updated to include the 196 new kanji approved by the government in 2010 as “general-use” kanji.
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824836696
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Following the first volume of Remembering the Kanji, the present work provides students with helpful tools for learning the pronunciation of the kanji. Behind the notorious inconsistencies in the way the Japanese language has come to pronounce the characters it received from China lie several coherent patterns. Identifying these patterns and arranging them in logical order can reduce dramatically the amount of time spent in the brute memorization of sounds unrelated to written forms. Many of the “primitive elements,” or building blocks, used in the drawing of the characters also serve to indicate the “Chinese reading” that particular kanji use, chiefly in compound terms. By learning one of the kanji that uses such a “signal primitive,” one can learn the entire group at the same time. In this way, Remembering the Kanji 2 lays out the varieties of phonetic pattern and offers helpful hints for learning readings, that might otherwise appear completely random, in an efficient and rational way. Individual frames cross-reference the kanji to alternate readings and to the frame in volume 1 in which the meaning and writing of the kanji was first introduced. A parallel system of pronouncing the kanji, their “Japanese readings,” uses native Japanese words assigned to particular Chinese characters. Although these are more easily learned because of the association of the meaning to a single word, the author creates a kind of phonetic alphabet of single syllable words, each connected to a simple Japanese word, and shows how they can be combined to help memorize particularly troublesome vocabulary. The 4th edition has been updated to include the 196 new kanji approved by the government in 2010 as “general-use” kanji.