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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.
JLPT N5 Grammar: Learn Basic JapaneseThe 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.
Japanese That's Hard Even for Japanese! Super Difficult KanjiIf you've ever struggled with reading Kanji, this quiz will either frustrate you more or help you through. Nankai kanji are those Kanji readings that trip up even native Japanese.
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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.
Kanji for the JLPT N1 (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 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.
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Free Listening Quiz: How many? This free Japanese quiz will test your listening skills for numbers--but not just ichi, ni, san--the way Japanese count in real life--hitotsu, futatsu, etc. Listen carefully, and see if you can hear each number correctly.
JLPT N5 Quiz: More Beginner 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.
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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JLPT N1 Kanji: Learn Advanced Japanese for FreeThe Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N1 test (the advanced JLPT level) includes up to 2,000 Kanji characters. Whether or not you plan to take the JLPT, knowledge of these Kanji are essential for reading Japanese novels, newspapers, and other texts.
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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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Counting in Japanese!We have to admit counting in Japanese is hard! You have to remember which counter word goes with which thing, and the pronunciation of the number changes depending on the counter word. Then there are the special cases...
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Ways to Get Around in JapanDo you know how to say the different modes of transportation in Japanese? If you take a trip to Japan, you might find yourself using all these ways of getting around listed in this free Japanese quiz.
Advanced Japanese: Idioms and Figures of SpeechIf you're an advanced student of Japanese, you already know that spoken Japanese is replete with idioms, proverbs, and figures of speech. Japan's long history, centuries of interaction with China and the Chinese language, the philosophical mixture of Shintoism and Buddhism—to say nothing of the Japanese penchant for having the perfect phrase for any situation—have given risen to many Japanese idioms.
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Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese GreetingsEven if you are just starting out with Japanese, learning basic greetings—what to say in a variety of social situations—is a great way to making your Japanese conversation more natural and put your Japanese listener at ease.
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Introductory Japanese Quiz: Counting ThingsDo you know how to count things in Japanese? It's more than knowing ichi, ni, san, etc. When you count certain things, you use different words for the numbers: hitotsu, futatsu, mittsu, and so on. Try this free Japanese quiz to test your counting skills!
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.
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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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!
Free Advanced Japanese Quiz: Katakana-goKatakata-go, for words of foreign origin written in katakana, are a fun part of Japanese. Many of the words are of English origin, but Japanese don't just import the English word as is—more often, they put a Japanese spin on the meaning, or combine two foreign words into a uniquely Japanese expression.
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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.
JLPT N5: Learn Japanese Grammar with This Free Nihongo QuizThe JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N5 is the beginning level of the test. JLPT N5 grammar is essential for any speaking or writing in Japanese. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT, these grammar forms are a great start if you are planning to travel to Japan, or if you want to review beginner Japanese grammar.
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What Day is Today?Can you say dates in Japanese? Thankfully, the months are easy: ichigatsu, nigatsu, and so on. The days are a little trickier: One through ten uses special words, and there are a few other special cases sprinkled in, too.
More JLPT N5 Grammar with This Free Beginner Japanese 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.
JLPT N1 Vocabulary: Advanced Japanese VerbsThe JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The vocabulary portion of the test includes about 500 new verbs; some of the verbs are literary terms used mostly in Japanese writing, but many occur frequently in everyday spoken Japanese as well.
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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.
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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 N5: Learn Basic Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N5 is the beginning level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. An effective approach to learn JLPT N5 grammar is to do as many sample JLPT problems as you can find—including this free JLPT quiz!
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsHow many Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idioms, do you know? As an advanced student of Japanese, you can gain impressive insight into the nuances of Kanji meanings by memorizing yoji-jukugo.
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How to Say I, You, He, She, We in JapaneseIf you are just starting out learning Japanese, this free Japanese quiz will help you learn basic pronouns, such as I, you, he, she, and we.
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 IdiomsIf 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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Sharpen your skills in Grammar, Vocabulary and Listening—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Learn more Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters with these free Japanese quizzes.
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 reading Japanese every day. Try this Japanese quiz and see how fast you can match the hiragana reading (pronunciation) to the correct hiragana letter.
JLPT N4 Vocabulary: Learn Upper Beginner JapaneseThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. At this level, you learn over 150 new verbs—absolutely essential vocabulary at the beginner Japanese level. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT, Nihongo-Pro quizzes like this one will help you learn the vocabulary, Kanji, and grammar you need to speak Japanese.
Learn JLPT N1 Kanji with This Free Nihongo QuizThe JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, covering 2,000 Kanji.
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Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters and Listening in just five minutes.
Check your Japanese skills in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary with these free quizzes.
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsHow many Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idioms, do you know? As an advanced student of Japanese, you can gain impressive insight into the nuances of Kanji meanings by memorizing yoji-jukugo.
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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!
Beginner Japanese Quiz: Learn More 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.
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Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Idioms in just five minutes.
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.
Free Japanese Quiz: More Beginning GrammarTo learn Japanese grammar, start with the basics and build step by step to more advanced forms. Practice—lots of practice—will help you remember the new Japanese, and make quick progress in learning Japanese.
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.