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The Handbook of Japanese Verbs
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 1 2015
Pages: 500
Weight: 1.87
Height: 1.01 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Master the most essential verbs in Japanese-clearly, systematically, and beyond JLPT N1.
This comprehensive reference is designed for serious learners who want to use Japanese accurately and confidently in real life. With over 2,800 verbs and 4,100 synonyms, this book equips you with the verb knowledge needed to live, work, and communicate effectively in Japanese-well beyond the JLPT N1 level. Stop flipping through dictionaries and copying lists into notebooks. This handbook does the heavy lifting for you. Verbs are organized into logical groups, allowing you to make clear visual and conceptual connections between related meanings. Synonyms are listed directly alongside each target verb, helping you recall and apply them naturally with practice. In addition to verbs, the book includes a rich selection of intermediate to advanced adjectives and adverbs, making it easy to add precision and nuance to your speech. Every verb is supported by example sentences, so you can see exactly how it is used in real-life contexts. What's inside this 499-page handbook: -Over 2,800 Japanese verbs-2,600+ example sentences with English translations
-Clear conjugation charts for quick reference
-Review sections to strengthen recall and retention
-A built-in Japanese thesaurus
-Practice charts to support writing accuracy The book is organized by kanji stroke count, giving you a systematic, structured way to study Japanese that reduces wasted time and improves long-term retention. Why focus on verbs? Verbs are the core of every sentence. If you know the verb, you can communicate what actually happened. I ____ my phone.
Did you drop it? Lose it? Toss it? Without the verb, the listener is left guessing. By prioritizing verbs, you learn how to express actions clearly, accurately, and efficiently. This handbook was created to help learners move past JLPT N1 and communicate not just fluently-but precisely. Mastering verbs gives you confidence in real-world situations, from making friends in Japan to working with Japanese companies worldwide. Sample verb family: 引く (hiku - to pull) 引く - to pull
引かれる - to be attracted to
引き上げる - to give up
引き受ける - to accept / take on responsibility
引き起こす - to cause / incite
引き込む - to withdraw
引き下がる ...
引き下げる...
引き摺る...
引き出す...
引き付ける...
引き取る...
引き伸ばす...
引き延ばす...
引っ掛かる...
引っ掛ける...
引っ越す...
引っ込む...
引っ込める...
引ける- to back out of How many of these can you use naturally in conversation? This book is designed to give you the confidence to understand, recall, and use these essential verbs when it matters. Each entry includes example sentences and synonyms, making this a resource unlike any other. With structured reviews and a focus on efficiency, The Handbook of Japanese Verbs helps you study less while learning more. Take your Japanese to the next level-faster, deeper, and with confidence.
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