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Understanding the mechanics of a language is one of many important goals for a language
learner. Grammar is what separates a refined speaking adult from a babbling 4-year-old.
To communicate and command respect, you will need a good handle of the mechanics
of any language.
We understand that learning grammar can sometimes be a very daunting task, so we've
created articles that is thorough, yet graspable for the everyday casual learner.
Some lessons will contain a special notes sections for the more advanced users.
Have a look and enjoy!
*NOTE: Most of these lessons are in romaji. We will edit them in the near future to contain
kana and kanji.
Basic
Look here to learn about the very rudimentary
components of the language, as well as topics such as numbers or expressing time.
We recommend you start with sentence structure!
Sentence Structure
Personal Pronouns
Numbers
Expressing Time
Ko-So-A-Do System
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Verbs
Verbs are an integral part of any language.
For the japanese, sometimes the entire sentence is simply a single verb! To start,
we recommend learning about how the japanese classify their verbs into groups.
Verb Groups
Basic Conjugation: Polite
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Particles
Perhaps the most difficult part of the japanese
language. These sentence components connect nouns, objects, verbs, adjectives, and
many others!
Introduction to Particles: Wa, wo, ga.
Sentence Ending Particles I: Ka, Yo, Ne/Nee
Sentence Ending Particles II: Kana/Kashira, Na, Zo
In Focus: Ni particle
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Adjectives
Just like in English, this language component
modifies nouns. In Japanese, they can also function as verbs (i.e. predicates)!
Intro to Adjectives
Treating Adjectives like Verbs
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Counters
There is a distinct way of counting objects
(i.e. two pencils or three dogs). Learn about these number-modifying components
below!
Intro to Counters: tsu, ko, nin
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