257 × 182 mm/208 pages

○Level: Intermediate
○Genre: Conversation
○Language: English/Chinese/Vietnamese translations are provided for explanations and word meanings.

Learn the right Japanese for different interactions!

Here are key formal and casual expressions for tailoring your communications to various people and contexts—all made easier with pointers and example conversations.

Overview

This intermediate textbook on conversing in keigo is designed for Japanese language learners ready to move beyond the beginning level. Each unit offers two model conversations that help the learner to master the use of keigo for successful communication.
The book also features many natural dialogues set at work, school, and other corners of everyday life to facilitate understanding of diverse expressions at different politeness levels.


Contents

Unit 1　はじめまして
　　　　　Introducing Yourself
　　　　　Greeting

Unit 2　お伝えいただけませんか
　　　　　Requesting/Taking/Conveying Messages

Unit 3　失礼します
　　　　　Visiting/Leaving
　　　　　Complimenting/Receiving Compliments

Unit 4　おかげさまで
　　　　　Reporting
　　　　　Thanking
　　　　　Apologizing

Unit 5　よろしければやりましょうか
　　　　　Offering/Accepting/Declining Assistance

Unit 6　よろしいでしょうか
　　　　　Receiving Permission
　　　　　Seeking Advice

Unit 7　お願いしたいことが
　　　　　Making Requests
　　　　　Accepting/Declining Requests

Unit 8　いっしょに行きませんか
　　　　　Inviting
　　　　　Accepting/Declining Invitations

Unit 9　それなら何とか
　　　　　Negotiating Conditions

Unit 10　お願いしたんですが
　　　　　　Making/Taking Complaints