Japanese respect language : when, why, and how to use it successfully
O'Neill, P. G. (Patrick Geoffrey), 1924-2008
Book
This work outlines and explains how to understand which situations require respect language; how to identify the most suitable grammar, honorifics, and more and provides self-tests to help you master the skills.
Main title:
Imprint:
Tokyo ; Rutland, Vt. : Tuttle Pub., 2008.
Collation:
189 p. ; 21 cm
Variant title:
Title also appears in Japanese on cover: Gaikokujin no tame no keigo nyūmonTitle also appears in Japanese on cover: 外国人のための敬語入門
Notes:
Includes index.In Japanese and English.
Contents:
The basics of respect language -- Polite and respectful words -- Honorific verbs: standard forms -- Honorific verbs: miscellaneous forms -- Depreciatory verbs: standard forms -- Depreciatory verbs: permissive constructions -- Deferential verbs -- Imperative forms -- Adjectives.
ISBN:
9784805309766 (pbk)
Dewey class:
495.65
LC class:
PL629.H65
Language:
English
Added title:
Subject:
BRN:
74208
Electronic access:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Library | Language Learning | LEARN JPN GRAM ONEI | Available |
| Library at the Dock | Language Learning | LEARN JPN GRAM ONEI | Available |