Japanese Hiragana for Beginners : First Steps to Mastering the Japanese Writing System
by Stout, Timothy G.Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2007-07-15
Publisher(s): Tuttle Pub
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Summary
Japanese Hiragana for Beginners makes learning hiragana fast and effective by using memorable picture mnemonics, along with clear explanations, examples and lots of fun exercises. Picture mnemonics enhance memory by associating the shape and sound of each hiragana character with combinations of images and English words already familiar to students. With sections on the 46 basic hiragana characters, usage rules and a wide range of exercises, Japanese Hiragana for Beginners provides a solid groundwork for language students interested in increasing their skills.
Author Biography
Timothy G. Stout lived in Japan for 20 years, where he conducted original research on the use of keyword mnemonics in the instruction of Japanese. He currently teaches Japanese in Utah, where he lives with his wife and five children.
Table of Contents
| Introduction | p. 4 |
| The Basic 46 Hiragana Characters | p. 10 |
| [Characters not reproducible] | p. 26 |
| [Characters not reproducible] | p. 42 |
| [Characters not reproducible] | p. 59 |
| Hiragana Usage Rules | p. 60 |
| Tenten and Maru | p. 61 |
| Tenten and Maru | p. 67 |
| Combined Characters | p. 68 |
| Combined Characters | p. 73 |
| Small "tsu" | p. 74 |
| Small "tsu" | p. 74 |
| Long Vowels | p. 75 |
| Long Vowels | p. 76 |
| Sentence Particles "wa" "e" and "o" | p. 76 |
| Particles "wa," "e" and "o" | p. 78 |
| Reading and Writing Practice | p. 79 |
| Answers | p. 94 |
| Flash Cards: Suggested Activities | p. 95 |
| Acknowledgements | p. 96 |
| Table of Contents provided by Ingram. All Rights Reserved. |
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