Readers Guide to Intermediate Japanese
Readers Guide to Intermediate Japanese by Yasuko Ito Watt, published by University of Hawaii Press on May 1, 1998, is designed to assist students in achieving proficiency in reading Japanese. This edition, comprising 296 pages, addresses the challenges faced by learners of the written language, offering a focused approach that distinguishes it from resources primarily aimed at spoken Japanese. The book provides student-friendly explanations and examples of frequently used phrases, making it a valuable tool for those navigating the complexities of written Japanese.
In this guide, readers will find numerous cross-references that simplify access to difficult verb endings, which are often buried in traditional grammar resources. The book includes English renderings, Japanese synonyms, and example sentences with English translations, facilitating quick reference. Additionally, readings for all Chinese characters used in the examples are provided, allowing students to comprehend them without needing a character dictionary. This resource is particularly beneficial for intermediate learners seeking to enhance their understanding of written Japanese language patterns and expressions.
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The aim of this book is to help students struggling to become proficient in reading Japanese. It fills a gap in the expanding literature on Japanese-language instruction by focusing exclusively on patterns and expressions found in the written language.
Although many pedagogical aids to learning the spoken language are available, there is very little to guide students who are trying to master the complexities of the written language. Based on the authors’ extensive experience in teaching third- and fourth-year Japanese at American universities, the Reader’s Guide to Intermediate Japanese provides student-friendly explanations and examples for phrases that occur with high frequency in written-style Japanese.
Of particular value are the numerous cross-references, which make difficult verb endings much easier to access than do dictionaries, textbooks, or grammar books, where they are often embedded in lengthy grammatical discussions. English renderings, Japanese synonyms, brief structural notes, and example sentences with English translations provide quick access to an alphabetical listing of entries. Readings are provided for all Chinese characters used in the examples so that students can readily understand them without having to consult a character dictionary.
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