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The JLPT season is coming! If you plan to enter a Japanese university or work for a Japanese company, you might consider taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Even though there are other alternatives, the JLPT continues to be the most widely accepted method of assessing Japanese language proficiency—
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Looking for the best websites to learn Japanese? We've gathered a list of the 15 best Japanese learning websites to level up your Japanese skills. Some are more comprehensive, such as LingoDeer, Duolingo, Tofugu, etc., while others are more specific, such as Weblio, OJAD, etc. With these 15
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If you are planning a trip to Japan, congratulations! You are about to embark on an amazing adventure. Not only is Japan a fascinating country with a rich culture and history, but it is also home to some of the best food in the world. One thing that can make
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Welcome to our guide to Japanese pronunciation. We'll teach you how to pronounce Japanese words like native speakers.
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'Tis the season for scary costumes, carved pumpkins, and frightening amounts of candy! But Halloween wouldn't be complete without some spooky words. So in today's article, let's learn some scary expressions in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese! How to say "Boo!" in
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"Baka" is a Japanese pejorative and one of the most famous Japanese words. But what does "baka" actually mean? Is it a bad word? How do Japanese people use it?
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Katakana are derived from parts of kanji. Katakana is often used in foreign loanwords. Click in to learn more about katakana with our free, printable katakana charts!
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This article is meant to introduce you to Japanese adjectives from a comprehensive perspective. Besides, a list of 120 essential Japanese adjectives will be offered.
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"です" (desu) is probably one of the very first words any Japanese beginner encounters. This famous and mischievous sentence ender is rarely missed in any Japanese conversations and textbooks. Many may think です is simply the equivalent of "to be'' and that was it. But
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Here are only hiragana charts you need to embark on your Japanese learning journey.
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The greeting “moshi moshi” (もしもし) does not actually mean “hello.” This expression is thought to be derived from the verb 申す (もうす) which means “to speak.'' Although 申す is a humble verb and would normally only be used in situations where the speaker is trying to lower their social status, もしもし is actu
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Download 日语录音.m4a As a Chinese citizen living in Japan, my American friends often ask me what the difference between the Chinese and Japanese languages is. Are the two languages mutually intelligible? For me, it is difficult to give a straight "yes" or "no" answer. A