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Originally Posted by Applestar
How do you study Japanese?
I find that I think I know the material but when I test myself (i.e. through the Genki Workbook and book), I discover I hadn't learned it. Anyone else feeling as down as I am on this? 
For example: the vocabulary list in Genki I: Lesson 1. I read through them, practice writing them as I say them aloud, and can understand most by ear (since I'm familiar with the majority of the words from various Anime and T.V. dramas). But I've also myself struggling through Smart.FM's Genki I Vocabulary Goal. It's similar with the grammar.
Should I continue writing as I say them aloud? Work with flashcards? Or is it about repetition?
Any study tips or techniques you would recommend on how to learn them (vocabulary and grammar) would greatly be appreciated!
Thank you!
EDIT: I'm taking Japanese 1 at my University this fall, but I wanted to get a head start on the lesson(s). |
In my experience, vocab and kanji are 99% repetition and 1% something else.