Introduction:
Learning a new language, especially the East Asian Language is fun and exciting. Just the thought of it makes your blood rush to your head. It is natural for you to be excited just to think about the journey you will be going through and the possible achievement you will be heading to. But have you ever thought about the difficulties in learning the language? The language of East Asia is comparatively tougher than the European language. As, Chinese is one of the toughest languages to learn, but if you know Chinese learning Japanese and Korean language is easier. But this is totally based on individual experiences.
Coming to the topic let us discuss the important things to do when you start learning the Japanese language. There are many important things to learn Japanese, such as tone, etiquette, grammar patterns, etc. So, below are a few tips and tricks to learn Japanese and it will be helpful for you to learn Japanese effectively.
Important things to know
-
Learn the script
Unlike the English alphabet, the Japanese scripts are formed from characters. It is of utmost importance for you to learn the three main scripts, I.e., hiragana, katakana, and kanji and know the usage and difference also. Learning the three different sets of characters will be a headache for you but it is very necessary for you to fully know these three scripts and its sets of characters. It is highly recommended for you to excel in this script for you to fully understand Japanese.
-
Know your reason for learning Japanese
To fully plunge into the learning process, it is inevitable for you to set your goal and reason for learning the language. To work in a Japanese company as a translator or an interpreter, you will need to have a huge amount of vocabulary in your brain’s dictionary and need to excel in speaking the Japanese language. To do this, you will be more focused on the speaking part, etiquettes, and tone of the Japanese language. If your goal is to make a career in the teaching profession then what you need to do is to further studies in the said field. Planning your reason to study will help you more focus as well as see progress in your learning.
-
Set a time for speaking and reading
If you are serious about learning the language, you need to fix a time for practicing it. You need to set a time of how much time you are dedicating to the learning process. One hour of class is not enough to fully excel in the process. The practice you did for an hour makes you remember a language better when you are constantly using and reviewing it. If you only study once a week, you will spend the first half of the class feeling ‘rusty’ and trying to get back into the groove. Daily use keeps you in the habit and helps unfamiliar words stick into your long-term memory.
There are many online courses for you to choose from according to your needs. It can be easily accessible for google or the play store. All you need to do is search and enjoy your learning. Giving consistent dedication and willingness to learn will helps you to go smoothly. So, enjoy the tips!
