ESL Guidance for Japanese Speakers

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United States

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Description:

This English language course, tailored for native Japanese speakers, provides an in-depth approach to mastering English pronunciation, intonation, and cultural nuances. Primarily delivered in English to build listening skills, the course includes key summaries in Japanese to reinforce comprehension of complex concepts. Focusing on challenging English sounds like "R," "TH," "L," "V," and "W," the course offers detailed guidance and practice exercises to help you master these sounds through effective muscle memory techniques. You’ll also work with minimal pairs to better distinguish similar sounds, enhancing clarity in your speech. Intonation training is another key element of the course, showing you how to apply rising and falling tones to convey meaning and emotion naturally. You’ll learn to adapt intonation in questions, statements, and emotional expressions, making your English sound fluid and expressive. Additionally, the course delves into the cultural aspects of English communication, covering topics like politeness, body language, humor, and idiomatic expressions. These insights will help you engage in English conversations more comfortably and avoid common cultural misunderstandings. To reinforce learning, essential vocabulary and phrases are translated, ensuring you have a strong understanding of foundational terms before advancing. This course is ideal for anyone aiming to improve English for personal or professional use, offering a comprehensive guide to pronunciation, intonation, and cultural fluency for more confident communication. Duration - 15h 12m. Author - Yuki Sato. Narrator - Kayoko Meno. Published Date - Wednesday, 31 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 Yuki Sato ©.

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Japanese