Japanese Hiragana for Beginners makes learning hiragana fast and effective by using memorable picture mnemonics, along with clear explanations, examples and lots of fun exercises. Picture mnemonics enhance memory by associating the shape and sound of each hiragana character with combinations of images and English words already familiar to students.\ With sections on the 46 basic hiragana characters, usage rules and a wide range of exercises, Japanese Hiragana for Beginners provides a solid...
Japanese Hiragana for Beginners makes learning hiragana fast and effective by using memorable picture mnemonics, along with clear explanations, examples and lots of fun exercises. Picture mnemonics enhance memory by associating the shape and sound of each hiragana character with combinations of images and English words already familiar to students.With sections on the 46 basic hiragana characters, usage rules and a wide range of exercises, Japanese Hiragana for Beginners provides a solid groundwork for language students interested in increasing their skills.
Introduction 4The Basic 46 Hiragana Characters 10[Characters not reproducible] 26[Characters not reproducible] 42[Characters not reproducible] 59Hiragana Usage Rules 60Tenten and Maru 61Tenten and Maru 67Combined Characters 68Combined Characters 73Small "tsu" 74Small "tsu" 74Long Vowels 75Long Vowels 76Sentence Particles "wa" "e" and "o" 76Particles "wa," "e" and "o" 78Reading and Writing Practice 79Answers 94Flash Cards: Suggested Activities 95Acknowledgements 96