Analysis of Japanese Idiomatic Expressions

Author: Zhu Liying
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Publish Date: 2000-05-01
Features: This book is titled "Analysis of Japanese Colloquial Expressions," which summarizes and organizes approximately 600 colloquial phrases commonly found in the Japanese Proficiency Test (JLPT) questions, those that are easily confused and difficult to distinguish. These expressions are categorized into over 80 groups based on their meanings. Each group of colloquial phrases is annotated with their usage and meaning, and the near-synonymous expressions within each group are analyzed. After each group of colloquial phrases, there are sentence pattern exercises and comparisons with similar expressions. At the end of the book, there is a comprehensive practice set of colloquial expressions along with reference answers, which can be used for self-assessment by students to help them master Japanese colloquial phrases. This book is primarily suitable for students preparing for the JLPT levels 1, 2, 3, and 4. Due to its reference book nature, it is also a valuable resource for college students, professional Japanese workers, and learners of Japanese.