Japanese sentence patterns for effective communication: a self-study course and reference (Kodansha America, Inc)

An indispensable tool for acquiring basic communication skills in a limited amount of time. With Japanese Sentence Patterns for Effective Communication, even absolute beginners can learn to communicate in Japanese in a matter of days. Designed specifically for native-English speakers approaching Japanese as a second language, this book presents 142 essential Japanese sentence patterns, first żeby giving equivalents in English, then following with Japanese translations. Each pattern is accompanied żeby a concise, easy-to-follow explanation and several Japanese