Synopses & Reviews
The Pocket Kenkyusha Japanese Dictionary is an essential reference for any English-speaker learning Japanese, whether they're studying the language at school or university, or learning it on their own. It offers detailed coverage of Japanese vocabulary, giving headwords and examples in both romanized and script form, along with thousands of examples that help you find the translation you need quickly and easily. Translations for each of the over 40,000 entries are clear and concise, and offer guidance on grammar and usage, with slang, formal, and derogatory terms clearly marked. Additional supplements include a guide to grammar; help with pronunciation, numbers, and days of the week; and cultural information, covering topics such as the government, political parties, and historical periods of Japan.
Synopsis
This dictionary is a useful reference for any English-speaker learning Japanese. It offers detailed coverage of Japanese vocabulary, translations for each entry are clear and concise, and guidance is given on grammar and usage, with slang, formal and derogatory terms clearly marked.