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Learn To Read Japanese Hiragana With This Nihongo QuizIf you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
Free Picture Quiz! Japanese Izakaya MenuHave you ever been to an izakaya? It's a uniquely Japanese bar, usually with a very cozy, relaxed atmosphere, and very, very popular among Japanese. You can find izakaya almost anywhere in Japan—try one out on your next visit (but only if you're at least 20 years old) :)
JLPT N1 Advanced Japanese GrammarJLPT N1 is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers various advanced Japanese grammar forms, in addition to advanced vocabulary, Kanji, reading comprehension, and Japanese listening comprehension.
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Learn More Introductory Japanese VocabularyIf you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
JLPT N4 Grammar: Learn Beginning JapaneseThe JLPT N4 is the upper beginner level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. In addition to Kanji, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing comprehension, the JLPT N4 examination covers about 100 Japanese grammar forms, including about 50 grammar forms covered on the lower JLPT N5 test.
Free Picture Quiz! Constellation Names in Japanese, Part 2The key to memorizing Japanese is practice: Spending just a few minutes every day practicing Japanese will add up to real progress in learning Japanese. Try a
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Starting Out Learning Japanese: Classroom Instruction WordsAre you just getting started to learn Japanese online? Here are some words and phrases that will make it easy for you and your Japanese teacher to communicate smoothly during your lesson. Take a minute to learn the Japanese phrases for "Do you understand?", "Can you say it?", and the others here, and you are on your way to a great time learning Japanese online!
Learn Basic Japanese Grammar (JLPT N4): -masu FormThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms. The -masu form is the form of a Japanese verb when it has -masu at the end; for example, the -masu form of morau is morai, because you say moraimasu.
Pass the JLPT N1: Advanced Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers advanced Japanese grammar, vocabulary, and Kanji. The grammar portion includes grammar forms used mostly in literary or written contexts, but knowledge of these advanced grammar constructs will help you read Japanese newspapers and novels.
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Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Learn JLPT N5 Grammar (Basic Japanese Grammar)The JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
Advanced Japanese: Try These Japanese RiddlesUnderstanding puns or riddles in a foreign language takes some experience and skill, but it is a delight when the pun becomes clear.
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Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
Beginning Japanese: Learn JLPT N5 GrammarThe JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
Advanced Japanese Idioms: Choose the Correct MeaningJapanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more fluid and natural.
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Learn Japanese Online for Free: Introductory VocabularyIf you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
Beginning Japanese: What, Who, Where, WhenSee if you know how to ask simple questions in Japanese with this fun, free Japanese quiz, such as "Who will go" or "When do you go home?". Learning how to ask these questions is an essential step in learning Japanese, and will help make your spoken Japanese easier to understand.
Advanced Japanese: Japan's Firsts, Biggest, and BestDo you know the busiest train station in Japan? How about which of Japan's prefectures has the shortest river? Learn the answers with this fun, free Japanese quiz.
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Introductory Japanese: Japanese School-Related WordsAs you start learning Japanese, you'll want to learn these school-related Japanese words that pop up in everyday conversation all the time. Try this fun, free Nihongo quiz to check your Japanese vocabulary, and maybe you'll learn new school words along the way.
Advanced Japanese: CollocationsA collocation is like an idiom, or words that go together. Learning a few Japanese collocations will make your Japanese conversation sound more natural, and help convey the nuances of your emotion or your situation to the listener.
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Learn Essential Japanese VocabularyIf you're starting to learn Japanese, learning to say words like "I" and "you" is important to making yourself understood in the language. Here's a fun, free Japanese quiz to check your knowledge of these basic Japanese words.
Learn JLPT N1 Kanji with this Free Japanese QuizIf you are planning to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, you know that Kanji study is essential to success on the test. The JLPT N1, the highest level of the JLPT, covers all 2,000 common use Japanese Kanji.
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Learn more Grammar and Vocabulary with these free Japanese quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Learn Japanese N4 Grammar: -masu FormThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms. The -masu form is the form of a Japanese verb when it has -masu at the end; for example, the -masu form of morau is morai, because you say moraimasu.
Advanced Japanese: Synonyms and AntonymsIf you have been learning Japanese for some time, you have probably struggled with 同意語 (dooigo, synonyms) and 反意語 (han'igo, antonyms). Japanese is full of synonyms and antonyms, or near synonyms and near antonyms, and learning their shades of meaning a challenge for even the most advanced student of Japanese.
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Learn Japanese Words for OccupationsCan you say "company employee" in Japanese? How about telling someone what your job is in Japanese?
Free JLPT N4 Quiz: Beginning Japanese GrammarIf you are studying for the JLPT N4 (the second level of the JLPT, just above the N5), learning beginning Japanese grammar is essential.
Five More Advanced Japanese Idioms: Free Nihongo QuizIf you are an advanced Japanese learner, you have no doubt seen the world of Japanese idioms. Like all languages, Japanese idioms are rooted in the surrounding culture. In the case of Japanese idioms, the influence of Buddhism and Confucianism, plus a uniquely Japanese perspective on society and human relations is evident.
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Can You Read Japanese Hiragana?Hiragana is the first step in learning to read Japanese. Practice reading and writing hiragana, and you are on your way to understanding real written Japanese. Try this free Japanese quiz, and see if you have mastered hiragana.
JLPT N5 Grammar: More Sample JLPT Test QuestionsThe JLPT N5, the focus of this Japanese quiz, is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
JLPT N1 Kanji: Learn Advanced Japanese KanjiThe JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
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Learning Basic Introductions in JapaneseCan you say, "I am a student" in Japanese? Try this fun, free Nihongo quiz, and see if you know the basics when it comes to introducing yourself and asking simple questions in Japanese.
Do You Know These Japanese Words With Opposite Meanings?Opposites attract, as they say, in Japanese, too! Sometimes a word doesn't translate directly from Japanese, but if you know its opposite in Japanese, you can better understand the nuance of the original word.
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsDo you know many Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idiomatic expressions? As an advanced student of Japanese, memorizing yoji-jukugo will help you understand the nuanced meanings of Kanji characters, as well as give you more insight into Japanese culture.
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Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
JLPT N5 Grammar - Basic Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
Kanji for the JLPT N1 Test (Advanced Japanese)The JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
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Learn To Read Japanese Hiragana With This Free Nihongo QuizIf you are learning to speak Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key to success is to practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
Learn Beginning Japanese: VocabularyThis upper beginner quiz will test your Japanese vocabulary skills with a selection of gitaigo, gairaigo, and Japanese verbs.
Advanced Japanese: JLPT N1 KanjiThe JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
Improve your Japanese ability in Grammar and Vocabulary in just five minutes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn Even More Japanese Vocabulary!Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Beginner Japanese Grammar: "... wa ... desu" SentencesLearning Japanese takes practice and patience, but be sure to keep it fun. If you spend just a few minutes every day learning Japanese, your language skill will improve rapidly. The fun, free Japanese quizzes at Nihongo—with new quizzes every day!— are a simple, effective addition to your Japanese study plan.
Learn JLPT N1 Grammar - Advanced Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. JLPT N1 grammar includes many grammar forms used in formal Japanese writing and literature, as well as grammar forms you'll find in everyday Japanese conversation—like those in this free Nihongo quiz.
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Learn To Read Japanese Hiragana With This Free Nihongo QuizIf you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Try this Japanese quiz and see how fast you can match the hiragana reading (pronunciation) to the correct hiragana letter.
Learn Beginning Japanese VocabularyCorrect conversation is the title of this free Japanese quiz—more than just rote memorization of Japanese vocabulary, this quiz tests your ability to make real Japanese conversation. Give it a try, and see if you can figure out which phrase makes sense.
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsDo you know a lot of Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idiomatic expressions? As an advanced student of Japanese, memorizing yoji-jukugo will help you understand the nuanced meanings of Kanji characters, as well as give you more insight into Japanese culture.
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Introductory Japanese: Learn to Read HiraganaAs you learn Japanese, learning to read hiragana is your first step in reading the language. Each hiragana letter has its own pronunciation. The key is to practice reading the letters over and over until the pronunciation comes naturally to you.
JLPT N4 Kanji Compounds: Reading JLPT N4 VocabularyIf you are planning to take the JLPT N4 (Japanese Language Proficiency Test), it is essential to practice reading the JLPT N4 Kanji, and learn the Japanese vocabulary that shows up on the test. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT, this free Nihongo quiz will help you learn jukugo, or Kanji compounds.
Kanji for the JLPT N1 ExamThe JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
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Learn Japanese Greetings and Expressions for ThanksLearning just a few basic Japanese expressions will make a big difference when you talk to a Japanese. Try this free Nihongo quiz to see if you know how to say "good morning," "that was a great meal," and more in Japanese.
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Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsDo you know a lot of Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idiomatic expressions? As an advanced student of Japanese, memorizing yoji-jukugo will help you understand the nuanced meanings of Kanji characters, as well as give you more insight into the Japanese people and culture.
Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Grammar and Japanese Characters in just five minutes.
Can You Read Hiragana?If you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
JLPT N5 Grammar Quiz: Test Your Beginner Japanese AbilityThe JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
Advanced Japanese: Kanji for the JLPT N1The JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
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Learn Names for Colors in JapaneseHere is a fun and free Japanese quiz to help you learn the names of basic colors in Japanese. Try to learn just a couple of Japanese words every day, and you will soon be speaking and understanding Japanese!
Upper Beginner Japanese Quiz (JLPT N4): -nai FormThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms.
Advanced Japanese Jukugo (Kanji Compounds)How many Japanese yoji-jukugo (4-character Kanji compounds) do you know? If you are an advanced student of Japanese, you know the language has thousands of these compounds, many borrowed from Chinese and many that are used in everyday conversation or writing.
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Learn more Kanji, Grammar, Japanese Characters and Idioms with these free Japanese quizzes.
Can You Read Japanese Hiragana?Learning hiragana is your first step to learn to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has its own sound, and, because written Japanese is phonetic, it is possible to write any Japanese word using hiragana alone.
Learn JLPT N5 Kanji with This Free Nihongo QuizJLPT N5 is the introductory level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 100 Kanji characters. Practice reading these Kanji in real Japanese words, and you can easily master the Kanji portion of the test.
Learn Advanced Japanese Idioms with this Free QuizIf you are an advanced Japanese student, you have no doubt seen the vast world of Japanese idioms. Like all languages, Japanese idioms are rooted in the surrounding culture. In the case of Japanese idioms, the influence of Buddhism and Confucianism, plus a uniquely Japanese perspective on society and human relations is evident.
Learn more Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters with these free Japanese quizzes.
Can You Read Japanese? Practice Hiragana With This Free Quiz.If you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, spend some time every day to read Japanese.
Learn JLPT N5 GrammarAre you planning to take the JLPT N5? N5 the introductory level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 40 grammar forms. That's a lot of Japanese grammar to learn, but if you learn just two or three grammar forms a week, you'll master all the JLPT N5 grammar in no time.
Advanced Japanese: JLPT N1 VocabularyIf you want to learn Japanese online
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Learn to Read Hiragana with This Free Japanese QuizLearning hiragana is the first step in learning to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has a certain sound. The key is to practice reading hiragana letters over and over until the pronunciation sticks in your head.
JLPT N4 Study: Learn Beginning Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N4 is the upper beginner level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. In addition to Kanji, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing comprehension, the JLPT N4 examination covers about 100 Japanese grammar forms, including about 50 grammar forms covered on the lower JLPT N5 test.
Reading Practice for JLPT N1 KanjiJLPT N1 is the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 2,000 Kanji characters. To memorize Kanji readings, aim to spend at least a few minutes every day reading Japanese.
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Can You Read Japanese Hiragana?Learning to read hiragana is your first step in learning to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has a certain sound. Practice reading hiragana letters over and over until the pronunciation sticks in your head, and you will master all hiragana in no time.
JLPT N5 Grammar: Sample JLPT Test Questions!The JLPT N5, the focus of this Japanese quiz, is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
JLPT N1 Kanji: Master Advanced Kanji and Pass the JLPT N1!The JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
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Learn Japanese Online: Easy Classroom PhrasesHere are some simple classroom phrases for your online Japanese lessons. By memorizing just a few Japanese phrases, you and your teacher can communicate more easily, and have a fun and productive online lesson.
JLPT N5 Grammar: Learn Japanese Online with This Free QuizThe JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
Learn JLPT N1 Kanji with This Fun, Free Japanese QuizCan you read advanced Japanese Kanji? The JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 2,000 Kanji.
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