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I never rely on language apps as my primary source for learning languages. I still prefer to enroll in a traditional language school in order for me to learn the language. I have quite a number of language apps on my computer right now, but I only use them to supplement my learning. These apps can help me greatly as additional reference materials, but relying on them alone isn't good enough. As much as possible, I have to try out various methods of learning languages.

No language book has ever been rated as perfect in terms of grammar, idioms, and vocabulary. There are books which are nearly flawless in one category but not in the others. There are textbooks which have undergone various editions and revisions, but no matter how many revisions occur, there will always be errors, at least to the meticulous readers. Ordinary readers do not notice the errors right away. Typographical errors as well as errors in spelling are easy to spot, but grammatical errors can be tricky.

As of this writing, my biggest challenges to learning Japanese are listening as well as kanji. By the time I enroll in Elementary Nihongo 2, I will have to study some more kanji in addition to the ones I have learned from my previous class. Listening has always been my weakness. But right now, I think my Nihongo language classes may have to take a back seat since I will be getting work in a few months time.

Not all Filipinos can sing, and I am one of them. I never had any inclination to sing with the karaoke, out of my introverted nature. However, I'm only speaking for myself. As far as I know, Filipinos are very sociable, just as the other poster mentioned. It is in their blood and culture to join and take part in merrymaking. I also agree that Filipino isn't necessarily a melodic language, though I find Filipino translations of famous foreign songs.

I once participated in a spelling bee in grade school. The difficult round was very challenging, as I heard the words for the first time. I learned the importance of correct and accurate spelling to the point that I will always spell out words as far as practicable. Whenever you see a misspelled word, it just feels like eyesore. Spelling bees are not only limited to the US, but also prevalent in most English-speaking countries.

I spent three years in the lsland of Mindanao during my high school. Unfortunately for me, I spent more time learning Tagalog, and most of my Cebuano friends speak to me in Tagalog as well. I know some basic words, since I have Cebuano blood on my maternal side. I really felt awkward learning the dialect, and though I can understand some, I have difficulty speaking it. Eventually I left my mother's hometown after graduating from high school, and as a result I no longer felt any desire to learn Cebuano. The most I can understand is the substance of what they are speaking. I sometimes quietly eavesdrop on my mother whenever she speaks to her sisters in Cebuano. I can hardly understand what she means, but I have a fairly good idea of what she is saying.

As a traditional learner, I prefer taking regular courses in a language school rather than enroll in an online class. Online classes cost less than regular classes, but if you don't have the motivation to complete an online class, you are simply wasting your time. Being schooled in the traditional way of language education, I guess you could say that regular language classes are still better. Online lessons, as far as practicable, will have to be free and I shouldn't have to shoulder additional expenses. Depending on the program, I may opt to upgrade to something a little higher, if it will be worth it.

I can more or less relate to this. When I was still in elementary school in Saudi Arabia, our classes were required to learn the Arabic language, whether we liked it or not. I think it was in Grade 3 when we were required to master the Arabic alphabet. Every year level until high school, we always had an Arabic class. In my case, I only studied Arabic not out of pleasure, but out of requirement. It's basically stiff learning a language which you have little or no interest in. Back then, there were no language apps or computers, just some chalk and board. As of the moment, I have no children, but if I do, I will try to teach them Nihongo as well as instruct them on basics about Japanese language and culture. In fact, I will also try to enrol them in a Children's Nihongo program so they can have fun learning the language.

In learning the Nihongo language, I make use of all available online resources such as Memrise and Nihongo Master. Whenever I formally enroll in a traditional class, that takes priority. After all, we are provided with a textbook as well as some study and review materials for us to learn the language. But whenever possible, I would try to integrate my learning. As of right now, I am currently not enrolled in any Nihongo language class, but I still go back to my old notes as well.

While waiting for the Japanese Duolingo to be officially released, I don't mind learning other languages, in particular Esperanto. I am having a little difficulty remembering the actual translations, though I am starting to get to know the vocabulary well.

Those are pretty good rules picked up from learning Nihongo. I recall some of the phrases too, since I learned them from my Elementary Nihongo 1 classes. while there are those which I have yet to hear, but only after I enroll in Elementary Nihongo 2.

If you are using pen and paper, it wouldn't be much of a problem, so as long as you follow the strokes correctly. Graphing paper is suggested since you would have to be consistent with the kanji sizes. However, if you're practicing Japanese calligraphy, you would need to properly use your pen. In addition to following the strokes, you will also be required to use calligraphy pens of various sizes.

While anime is a good medium with which to learn Nihongo/Japanese, I personally would not limit myself to it. There are various Japanese shows which I also enjoy watching. Right now though, watching anime isn't my only reason anymore for studying the Nihongo/Japanese language. I'll be getting a job soon and I've always been fascinated as well as inspired by the work ethics of the Japanese.

I text the words in full, and as much as possible, I avoid using shortcuts. It also depends on the people I text as well, If the people I'm texting are parents, relatives, or work colleagues, I will definitely avoid shortcuts. If the message is quite long, I will have to choose which words will have to be shortcut so I can text smaller words without changing the meaning of what I'm trying to say.

The word quiebra means bankruptcy. but it has other meanings too, such as to crack or break. There is a song, Noche de Ronda, with the opening lyrics luna que se quiebra which means the moon "breaks", or shines.

My final exams have pulled me down, unfortunately. I think I scored 153 out of 200. There were a lot of things going on in my mind as well as having some personal issues with my old man. Because of external factors which could have contributed to my decline, my score was affected. Overall, I scored an average of 82%, or 164 out of 200. Though the score was more than enough for me to move on to the next level (we needed a minimum of 60% or 120/200), I felt that I needed to do more. I have decided to do some self-studying for a while, refreshing up on my kanji and writing, since that was where I suffered. I also have to focus more on the listening portion, since I was also weak there, as I scored only 22 out of 40.

I am quite surprised at the prices of Pimsleur Japanese, but that's pretty much expected. However, I still choose language school. I am more of a traditional learner, and I very much prefer to learn the old-fashioned way. Also, after you've completed a class with fairly high marks, there's the satisfaction of learning more. These additional materials are more for supplementary usage as well as being a refresher.

The idiom "what goes around, comes around" is one of my favorites, much like the Golden Rule. If you do good things in life as well as doing good unto others, you will be rewarded with many more good things; If you do evil, you will reap your deserved punishment someday. I likewise encounter "talk is cheap," especially when dealing with sleazy vendors and unscrupulous merchants who want to sell their substandard goods to unsuspecting customers.

I first wanted to learn Nihongo/Japanese because of anime, and now I am learning the language through formal classes. I also check various websites on learning Japanese, trying the various methods as far as practicable. I have finished Elementary Nihongo I and will enroll in Elementary Nihongo 2, and possibly 3, but only after I gain employment. Watching anime and live-action Japanese shows also help me a lot, as I get to learn the most frequently used words and phrases in Nihongo.

While I don't doubt his claims, I cannot handle that much kanji in such a short span of only three months. In order to fully grasp the kanji, you will have to study them everyday to the exclusion of other activities. Nevertheless, his claims are worth a try for those who are willing to take him up to the challenge. But for the average person, this learning metnod will be quite difficult, if not impossible. He must also have a strong heart and an iron will, and he must not procrastinate.

When we completed our Elementary Nihongo 1 class, our professor treated us to some snacks. My classmates contributed some foodstuffs for us to eat, while I had to purchase two large bottles of soda. I should have bought just one. We really enjoyed our class sessions, and this weekend we will be having an Open House. I miss seeing my teachers too, thanking them for their efforts in teaching me the language.

This is a good site to learn the basics. The kanji strokes are interesting as well, as they will show you how to write the kanji in the correct way. It's also a great site to learn some of the vocabulary as well.

As a starting student of Nihongo, I always take down notes for the first kanji groups. Some of the kanji have only one reading, but for other kanji, the positions of each kanji will determine how they are being read. For the first and starting kanji, I write the readings for purposes of convenience and memorization, not to mention reviewing them. But I will be better able to appreciate the kanji when there are visual aids which will determine the correct reading of that particular kanji. The problem is trying to remember all the kanji as you progress.

I recall in my Elementary Nihongo class that I have to listen to voice clips in order to determine what is being said, andi indicate whether it is true or false. Without developing this personal "sound bank," my Nihongo listening skills are not yet developed fully to the point where I can instantly recognize what is being said. Simply listening to the words isn't enough. That is why my choukai (listening) skills aren't good yet. As to the English language though, I can instantly recognize what I see and describe, and it is less difficult than Nihongo.

This is the first time for me to see this particular site. Though I am not taking the JLPT anytime soon, this will be a good refresher site. I will have to take Elementary Nihongo 2 and 3 classes before I am eligible to take the JLPT N5, but I have to be proficient not only in grammar, but also in reading, writing, and listening.