EAN: 9784789018869
ISBN: 978-4-7890-1886-9 // ISBN: 9784789018869
Year of publication: 2024
Publisher: The Japan Times
Number of pages: 208
Language: Japanese, English, Chinese, Vietnamese
Country of origin: Japan
This book is dedicated to the correct communicative application of Keigo for pre-intermediate to intermediate learners of Japanese.
It includes explanations in English and furigana for some of the more complicated kanji.
Description provided by the publisher:
Overview
This intermediate textbook on conversing in keigo is designed for Japanese language learners ready to move beyond the beginning level. Each unit offers two model conversations that help the learner to master the use of keigo for successful communication.
The book also features many natural dialogues set at work, school, and other corners of everyday life to facilitate understanding of diverse expressions at different politeness levels.
Contents
Unit 1 はじめまして
Introducing Yourself
Greeting
Unit 2 お伝えいただけませんか
Requesting/Taking/Conveying Messages
Unit 3 失礼します
Visiting/Leaving
Complimenting/Receiving Compliments
Unit 4 おかげさまで
Reporting
Thanking
Apologizing
Unit 5 よろしければやりましょうか
Offering/Accepting/Declining Assistance
Unit 6 よろしいでしょうか
Receiving Permission
Seeking Advice
Unit 7 お願いしたいことが
Making Requests
Accepting/Declining Requests
Unit 8 いっしょに行きませんか
Inviting
Accepting/Declining Invitations
Unit 9 それなら何とか
Negotiating Conditions
Unit 10 お願いしたんですが
Making/Taking Complaints