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JAPANESE LANGUAGE LESSON 1-1

 This is the kaiwa or conversation for Lesson 1. Concentrate on pronunciation. Listen to the sound file for help. Also click on any of the Japanese words for an instant translation. Gambatte!

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STEP 1) A Quick Look

Read through the kaiwa (conversation). Click on the Japanese for an instant translation and pronunciation guide (give it a try), but don't worry if you end up scratching your head more than saying, "naruhodo!" (I see.) Most importantly read this aloud working on pronunciation. (click on the sound file to check)

YUMI'S SELF INTRODUCTION...

Kaiwa sound file -- kb

こんにちは
konnichi wa.

わたしは ゆみ です。
watashi wa yumi desu.

ねこ が すき。
neko ga suki.

あなた は ねこ が すき です か。
anata wa neko ga suki desu ka?

じゃあ、また ね！
ja mata ne!

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GO TO STEP 2 - A Longer Quick Look

LESSON 1

STEP 1 = A Quick Look
STEP 2 = A Longer Quick Look
STEP 3 = Read it Again!
STEP 4 = Do the Quiz!
STEP 5 = Review it!

LESSON INDEX