Making Sense of Japanese Grammar : : A Clear Guide through Common Problems / / Željko Cipriš, Shoko Hamano.

• Superior document: Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter Asian Studies Backlist (2000-2014) eBook Package
• VerfasserIn: Cipriš, Željko,; Hamano, Shoko,
• Place / Publishing House: Honolulu : : University of Hawaii Press, , [2002]; ©2002
• Year of Publication: 2002
• Language: English
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (216 p.)

Making Sense of Japanese Grammar explains in a lively and highly informative manner basic principles that underlie a wide range of phenomena in Japanese. Students--irrespective of proficiency level and linguistic training--will find clarification on matters of grammar that often seem idiosyncratic and Japanese-specific, such as avoiding the use of certain pronouns, employing the same word order for questions, hidden subjects, polite and direct forms. Organized for easy access and readability, Making Sense of Japanese Grammar consists of short units, each focused on explaining a distinct problem and illustrated with a wealth of examples. To further enhance their usefulness, the units are cross-referenced and contain brief comprehension exercises to test and apply newly acquired knowledge. A glossary and keys to the exercises are at the back of the book. This volume may be used as a supplementary classroom reading or a helpful reference for students of all levels. Both students and instructors, even those trained in linguistics, will find its accessible explanations of grammatical concepts helpful. Grounded in sound scholarship and extensive teaching experience, Making Sense of Japanese Grammar brings a fresh and liberating perspective to the study of Japanese.

Table of Contents

Frontmatter -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Part 1. Grammatical Categories and the Basic Architecture of a Sentence -- Part 2. Phrase Particles: Marking the Functions of Noun Phrases in a Sentence -- Part 3. Expanding Noun Phrases -- Part 4. Tense and Events -- Part 5. Miscellaneous Topics -- Answers to the Questions -- Glossary -- Index -- About the Authors