Basic Japanese-English Dictionary

by TokyoTheJapanFoundation (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1989

  $5.17

  This dictionary is designed for use by English-speakers in the early stages of learning Japanese. All Japanese words and phrases are given in Roman script with standard Japanese script alongside, and headwords are arranged alphabetically. There are over 3,000 entries, which give basic meanings and grammatical information, distinguish between tenses, list compounds, and set out examples and idiomatic expressions. Cross-references direct the user to words of contrasting or related meaning and, where necessary, special usage notes are provided. In addition there is a useful appendix giving an introduction to Japanese grammar.

• Used

  Paperback
  1993

  $3.23

  Specially designed for English-speakers in the early stages of learning Japanese, this dictionary is invaluable for anyone visiting Japan or working to establish business or cultural links with Japanese people. It includes some 3000 entries, with headwords in Roman script arranged alphabetically, and standard Japanese scripts shown alongside. The English translations are given with American spellings. As well as providing basic meanings and grammatical information, the entries also distinguish senses, list compounds, and set out examples and idiomatic expressions. A system of cross-references enables the reader to trace words of contrasting or related meaning, and notes on usage are provided where necessary.