The Handbook of Japanese Verbs

A guide designed to master the most essential verbs of the Japanese language. Containing over 2,800 verbs and 4,100 synonyms, this comprehensive reference book equips learners with the knowledge necessary to live and work in Japan. Completing this book will prepare you for reading, writing, and speaking well past the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 exam. Example sentences for each verb include intermediate to high-level adjectives and...
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A guide designed to master the most essential verbs of the Japanese language. Containing over 2,800 verbs and 4,100 synonyms, this comprehensive reference book equips learners with the knowledge necessary to live and work in Japan. Completing this book will prepare you for reading, writing, and speaking well past the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 exam.

Example sentences for each verb include intermediate to high-level adjectives and adverbs to easily help you add color to your conversations. Rather than having to open a dictionary and find all relevant verbs, transcribe them to your notebook, and make example sentences, we have already done the work for you. Organized by verb groups, you'll be able to create visual connections between similar concepts. Synonyms are listed next to your target verb so you will start to recall them quickly with practice. Take your Japanese language ability to the next level even faster than you ever imagined.


There are 3 sizes of this book available:
Handbook size (6 x 7.7 in) - Perfect for carrying around
Normal size (7.5 x 9.2 in) - Great for extended studying sessions
Hardcover Textbook size (8.2 x 11 in) - Excellent for long-term study and reference

Inside you will find:

- 2800 Japanese verbs from basic to beyond the JLPT N1

- Over 4300 English definitions and expressions

- 2600 Japanese sentences with English translations

- Japanese and Chinese readings over of 1000 unique characters

- Japanese - English Dictionary

- Japanese Thesaurus with over 4100 synonyms to target verbs

- Review sections to test reading ability

- An overview section to test the ability to recall vocabulary

- Verb conjugation charts for quick reference of all tenses

- Practice charts to gauge writing ability

- Reduce time studying while improving linguistic ability effectively

The Handbook of Japanese Verbs is organized by kanji (traditional Chinese characters) stroke count with priority placed on frequency of exposure. This structure allows learners to understand, read and speak Japanese by applying a systematic approach to reach advanced levels effortlessly. Example sentences provide descriptive scenarios filled with colorful adverbs and adjectives. Synonyms listed next to target verbs help create links between concepts and increase the learner's rhetorical ability at a glance. Furthermore, review sections are included to improve memory retention. With this handbook as a guide, learners will find themselves able to apply their knowledge to an ever-growing number of situations.

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The Handbook size (6 x 7.7) contains furigana that is slightly larger than what is typically found in Japanese manga. The Normal and Hardcover sizes are recommended for those who prefer larger furigana and overall larger text.