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<em>Yojijukugo</em>: The four-kanji words that pack a whole lot of meaning

Language | BILINGUAL Apr 29, 2022

Yojijukugo: The four-kanji words that pack a whole lot of meaning

by Claire Williamson

Some of the more common four-kanji idioms that we use in our daily lives include the word for daily life itself. Learn a few of them to impress your Japanese friends.

Linguistic strategies for winning a Japanese quiz show

Language | BILINGUAL Apr 22, 2022

Linguistic strategies for winning a Japanese quiz show

by Jennifer O'Donnell

Want to test your knowledge of Japanese alongside native speakers and TV personalities? Try watching a quiz show on television.

Getting to know Japanese castles and picking out your favorites

Language | BILINGUAL Apr 15, 2022

Getting to know Japanese castles and picking out your favorites

by Samantha Seghers

The warmer weather has arrived and that provides a great opportunity to get out to some of Japan’s many historical sites, starting with its castles.

A well-crafted speech is powerful in any language

Language | BILINGUAL Apr 8, 2022

A well-crafted speech is powerful in any language

by Tadasu Takahashi

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been delivering a series of online speeches to various countries. Here's a closer look at how his speech in Japan was different.

In Japan, April marks a fresh start for students and employees

Language | BILINGUAL Apr 5, 2022

In Japan, April marks a fresh start for students and employees

by Yaeko Kabe

April is a fresh start for everyone and things can get pretty busy, so don’t forget to smell the flowers while you can.

Are your Japanese translations sounding robotic? Opt for the human touch.

Language | BILINGUAL Mar 25, 2022

Are your Japanese translations sounding robotic? Opt for the human touch.

by Jennifer O'Donnell

Too many companies see machine translation as their ticket to being understood in foreign countries. It can be a costly move in the long-run.

Describing an invasion and expressing unity in Japanese amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict

Language | Vocabulary Boost Mar 22, 2022

Describing an invasion and expressing unity in Japanese amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict

by Tadasu Takahashi

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues, Japanese-language learners are discovering that there’s no shortage of terms relating to “invasion” and “unity.”

A ‘beautiful’ translation does not preclude a ‘faithful’ result

Language | BILINGUAL Mar 18, 2022

A ‘beautiful’ translation does not preclude a ‘faithful’ result

by Jennifer O'Donnell

There are a few myths when it comes to the accuracy of any given translation; the process is more complicated than you think.

Military words are back in the headlines after Russia launches an invasion of Ukraine

Language | BILINGUAL Mar 11, 2022

Military words are back in the headlines after Russia launches an invasion of Ukraine

by Tadasu Takahashi

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has been all over the news in Japan, which means we’ll be seeing a whole new set of kanji and conflict-related terms.

The murky metaphors of 'Drive My Car' are a good way to venture into reading Japanese

Language | BILINGUAL Mar 5, 2022

The murky metaphors of 'Drive My Car' are a good way to venture into reading Japanese

by Eric Margolis

Metaphors and similes are an important part of any language, but they’re also a huge part of “Drive My Car.” Here’s a look at how to break them down in Japanese.

Translation: The fifth language skill no one tells you about

Language | BILINGUAL Feb 25, 2022

Translation: The fifth language skill no one tells you about

by Jennifer O'Donnell

Knowing two languages must mean you can translate between them, right? Not necessarily. Here are a few tips for when you suddenly find yourself in a translator role.

The rules for deciphering the Japanese words for regulations

Language | BILINGUAL Feb 18, 2022

The rules for deciphering the Japanese words for regulations

by Tadasu Takahashi

While the Olympics are proving fun to watch, it seems not many fans have checked the rulebook.

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