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Welcome and thanks for checking out my profile. What should you know about me? Well I absolutely love languages and speak some basic French in addition to English (my native tongue). Recently I discovered Benny Lewis' blog "Fluent in 3 months" and decided that I needed to step up my game and build up my own language skills. I am an avid Japanese anime fan and watch all the latest shows, typically before most Americans are even aware of them. Previously I did attempt to learn some basic Japanese, however the structure of the lessons were not working for me and I just did not have the drive at the time. Presently, however, I am at a crossroads and have some free time during the day typically. Because of this, I would like to spend an hour a day studying and working on my ability to speak Japanese, with the goal of being able to hold basic conversations by December. I would love to partner with anyone interested in learning English, and occasionally may purchase some private lessons in Japanese to work on specific areas that I find I am having troubles with or for a more in depth evaluation and recommendations on areas to strengthen. So to sum up, Japan has fascinated me for years and I'd love to learn the language to increase my ability to enjoy Japanese anime in its natural medium and someday visit Japan and be free to interact with the culture more completely. Thanks for reading my profile!
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Momo
Japanese
Oct 20, 2017
Thank you for taking my lesson again. You study a lot! I'm happy to solve some your Japanese questions with you. I look forward to seeing you again.
Momo
Japanese
Oct 12, 2017
Thank you for taking my lesson! and see you soon:)
Momo
Japanese
Oct 5, 2017
Than you for taking my lesson! I'm proud of you! You study a lot. See you soon.
Activities
  • Posted
    Experimenting with some new vocab and grammar こんにちは！あなたえいごをべんきょうしてますか？わたしはえいごはなせ。わたしはにほんごをべんきょうしてます。おたがいべんきょうするのにたすけいましょう。
    September 25, 2014
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  • Posted
    Learning Hiragana こんにちは。 わあたしは ひらがな をべんょしています。
    September 23, 2014
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  • Answered
    Excellent question. I have not really thought of this before. To really break down the differences you have to go back to the definition of "form" and "kind". In looking at the English definition of "Form" you will notice that it has to do with the shaping and creation of an object. So typically when you utilize the phrase "form of..." you are comparing an object to something similar but slightly different. Example: "The alien took the form of a man." This can be used for non-physical things too. "He inserted a compliment in the form of a criticism." In this case, the subject is forming/shaping a compliment as if it were a criticism. "Kind of" is more of a phrase for categorizing things. The definition google provides is literally "A group of people or things having similar characteristics." So while characteristics may include form and shape, the phrase "Kind of..." implies that you are categorizing something.
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    September 23, 2014
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  • Answered
    When comparing the terms "Searching" and "Looking" you have to consider the way in which the reader envisions the term. "Looking" is a much more common and informal term in the situation you described. This is because you can "look at" things without much effort involved. When you say you are "Searching for (insert direct object)" it implies a more intentional and involved approach. Therefore, if you are writing a letter or filling out a resume, you will want to use the term "Searching" to sound more professional. If you are just chatting with your friends, either is fine.
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    September 23, 2014
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  • Corrected

    Please, correct this entry.

    Now, in my mind I have many plans for my life.
    My dad wants me become a government official, but i don't like it. He's brought me to a government office to intern. After a short time to intern here, iI realize that people in my department isare so talented.
    I feel I have nothing, Only a bachelors of degree, at good while they have masters of degrees and actually highprofessional experience.
    So that is why I want to improve my English. To begin studying overseas to enhance my skills and knowledge. But I'm afraid that my dad doesn't agree that because he thinks someone can gain experience not somebody is worked at government offices. If I'm late a or behind by 2 years, I'll have no chance.

     

    So I have edited the parts I could understand, however the sections in red are conjugated a bit challengingly. I think in the last section you are trying to explain that your Dad disagrees and thinks that you can get all the experience you need working in government, but you feel that you have no chance referring back to the fact that you are behind your co-workers by 2 years in professional and educational experience? Let me know if this is right and if it helped you out. :) 

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    September 23, 2014
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  • Posted
    Self Introduction こにちわ わあたしわ じよなさん です。あめりかじん です。わたし けんきゆう にほんご です。
    September 22, 2014
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  • Corrected

    Free Teddy Bear

    This afternoon my friends and I got free teddy bears. Though we waited in line for two hours, we were still very happy. The company gave the top first one thousand people a teddy bear, they were for getting more customers. People should who followed their account on wechat and shared the link then they would give us receive the teddy bear. When we receiving it, we had to write down some information like phone number, and wechat ID. It was not good for privacy, but because it was free, everyone tried to join it. Actually I wrote an old phone number that I don't use it anymore, and they didn't realize it. Some people waited in line early, so they got the teddy bears before earlier than us. It was is not good, but it is Chinese culture character. I hope people could change their bad habits.

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    September 22, 2014
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  • Commented

    This has been extremely helpful to me in expanding my basic knowledge of Mandarin. :) Thanks!

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    December 31, 2012
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  • Answered
    An ingredient is an object or item that is combined with other objects or items to create something. Usually the term 'ingredient' is used in relation to cooking food. For example, "Bill bought all the ingredients for his soup at the market." 'Material' can also be used similarly to 'ingredient' however is not used to describe what was cooked in a meal. Rather materials typically refer to non-edible things such as buildings, cars, toys, etc. Example: "The man bought materials to build his house at the store." In this example it would be incorrect to use the term 'ingredients' because you do not use food to build a house. I hope that explains the basics! :)
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    December 30, 2012
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  • Answered
    "Catch you later" - This phrase is primarily used when saying good bye to someone who you expect to see later. There is no specific time frame for when you will see them again.
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    December 30, 2012
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