Bibliograph

A guide to remembering Japanese characters, by Kenneth G. Henshall

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A guide to remembering Japanese characters, by Kenneth G. Henshall

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

A guide to remembering Japanese characters

Oclc number

47672983

Responsibility statement

by Kenneth G. Henshall

Summary

As useful as it is fascinating, it's a book any new or aspiring Japanese language scholar will visit over and over. In clear, large-sized entries, A Guide to Remembering Japanese Characters details each of the General Use Characters In clear, large-sized entires, A Guide to Remembering Japanese Characters details each of the General Use Characters - the 1,945 characters prescribed by the Japanese Ministry of Education for everyday use. Both Japanese readings and English meanings are given, along with stroke-count and stroke-order, examples of usage, and suggestions for memorizing. The components of each character are detailed. The Japanese kanji are graded according to Ministry of Education guidelines, allowing the student to prioritize them and track progress. It will appeal to students seeking to learn kanji as well as Japanese language enthusiasts who want to know the history and etymology of Japanese kanji. -- Description from http://www.barnesandnoble.com (May 27, 2015)

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