Using Japanese

A Guide to Contemporary Usage

William McClure (City University of New York)

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Cambridge University Press
15 February 2001

Usage & grammar guides; Languages & ESL; Grammar; Japanese - Grammar; Japanese - Languages

This 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.

By: William McClure (City University of New York)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 170mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 560g
ISBN: 9780521646147
ISBN 10: 0521646146
Pages: 350
Publication Date: 15 February 2001
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Register and politeness; 2. Words; 3. Grammar and verbal strategies; 4. Language and everyday life; Japanese index; English index; References.

Reviews for Using Japanese: A Guide to Contemporary Usage

...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