Nihongo So-Matome (Japanese Summary) N3 Vocabulary ("JLPT" Preparation)
The popular “Nihongo So-Matome Series” has been fully updated to meet the requirements of the new JLPT format, while keeping the learner-friendly style that has made it a favorite among students. For levels N1–N3, the original “Characters & Vocabulary” section has been split into two separate volumes: Kanji and Vocabulary.
Key Points
- Build essential knowledge by studying Kanji, Vocabulary, and Grammar, covering everything needed for Reading and Listening as well.
- Focus on real-world application: vocabulary drawn from everyday life and practical contexts.
- Actively introduces compound words, onomatopoeia & mimetic words, katakana loanwords, and spoken expressions—areas often overlooked in the old test.
- Practice questions designed to reflect the new JLPT formats (e.g., word formation, grammar-in-context, sentence ordering).
- Engaging illustrations and relatable themes help make learning enjoyable.
- Translations provided in English, Chinese, and Korean, perfect for self-study.
- Each topic organized into two-page spreads for simple and effective study.
- Complete review in 6–8 weeks, covering all essential material for the exam.
Special Features by Level
N1: Includes advanced vocabulary and expressions from newspapers, media, and everyday contexts, reflecting the higher difficulty level compared to the old Level 1 exam.
N2 & N3: Revised from the old Level 2 edition, updated using the official JLPT guideline book and example problems, and expanded with additional learning material where needed.
Learning Outcome
Master around 1,200 vocabulary words in just 6 weeks. The first half introduces vocabulary by everyday life situations, while the second half covers important categories such as compound words and idiomatic expressions, giving you a balanced and practical vocabulary base for JLPT success.