Japanese is something people often compare to magic. No wonder why people get lost in anime and find jobs in Japanese-affiliated companies! It is so different in expression and language structure to English. English uses order a lot more than Japanese, which makes it more rigid. Japanese relies on so-called particles which can leave an English speaker dazed and confused, scattering thoughts all over. This is why having a private teacher is essential.
Why Japanese Grammar Feels Difficult and Answers to the Why
As most students so commonly phrase it, the Japanese language is like a puzzle, especially when it comes to particles. This is why in Japanese one can use wa, ga, and o and still produce a grammatically and syntactically correct sentence. It is all different to learn, and people find it easier when they do it as a group.
Example of Noun Constructions with Particles
When studying Japanese, you may notice that nouns can be arranged in different ways with particles. Sometimes, these different constructions can still be understood in English, even if the grammar feels unusual.
• For example, nouns like noar and suna can appear together in a sentence to produce different patterns.
• わたしは すな のある が
• わたしは のある すな が
In English, both constructions might seem acceptable because the role of particles can be ignored in translation. However, in Japanese, the position and usage of particles (like の and が) are very important, and only certain word orders are truly grammatical.
This shows why learners sometimes get confused — what makes sense in English doesn’t always transfer directly into natural Japanese.
The Advantages of Private Japanese Lessons
In a private Japanese lesson, you have instant contact with a qualified and experienced teacher who can tailor the explanation of the grammar topics to your learning speed and style. Unlike in group classes, where the lesson is split, in a private session the teacher can focus on your specific questions and problems.
For instance, if you tend to confuse the te-form with the ta-form, the tutor can create drills and exercises that concentrate on just those patterns until you feel you have mastered them. This individualized instruction increases the speed of acquiring correctly using Japanese grammar in speech.
The Advantages of Focused Grammar Practice
• Communication Skills: Grammar enables you to build your own sentences instead of using pre-learned ones.
• Writing Skills: Emails that get sent to Japanese clients or even journal entries can be almost effortless if the necessary grammar is readily available.
• Test Preparation: Grammar is a necessity if you’re preparing for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in the reading and listening portions.
Why Choose Valiant Japanese
At Valiant Japanese, we master the complexities of the Japanese language with learners. Our private lessons on Japanese are tailored toward individual students and emphasize the cultural contexts, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. No matter if you are a beginner hoping to strengthen your foundations or an advanced learner aiming to fine-tune your abilities, we accommodate your requirements.
Final Thoughts
While the sheer vastness of the Japanese language might appear scary, the right help makes it a fun, challenging puzzle rather than an obstacle. With the right strategies, a private Japanese lesson makes you progress at a much faster rate by the personalized guidance, support and clarity, you’re provided with. Mastering Japanese comes a lot closer than it appears with the right strategy and help.
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