Using Japanese : A Guide to Contemporary Usage

William Mcclure

ISBN 10: 0521641551 / ISBN 13: 9780521641555

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2000

About this Item

Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book, first published in 2000, is a guide to Japanese usage for students who have already acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their knowledge. Unlike conventional grammars, it gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English-speakers. Careful consideration is given throughout to questions of style, register, and politeness which are essential to achieving an appropriate level of formality or informality in writing and speech. There are also sections dealing with a selection of common social rituals such as greetings, introductions and apologies. Clear, readable and easy to consult via its two indexes, this is an essential reference for learners seeking access to the finer nuances of the Japanese language.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Using Japanese : A Guide to Contemporary Usage
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521641551
• ISBN 13: 9780521641555
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 250W x 175H x 23D millimeters 250 millimeters width by 175 millimeters height by 23 millimeters depth
• Weight: 784 grams

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Synopsis

This is a guide to Japanese usage for students who have acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their knowledge. Unlike conventional grammars, it gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar that cause the most difficulty to English speakers. Careful consideration is given throughout to questions of style, register, and politeness, and there are sections on social rituals such as greetings, introductions and apologies. Clear, readable and easy to consult, with two indexes (Japanese and English), this is an essential reference for learners seeking access to the finer nuances of the Japanese language.

Review

"...the reader will find in UJ [Using Japanese] much useful advice for enriching his or her expressive potential in Japanese, as well as many passages of delightful reading on Japanese language and society." Journal of Japanese Studies