A Handbook of Common Japanese Phrases (Properly Cut and Bookmarked) 4770027982, 9784770027986

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A Handbook of Common Japanese Phrases (Properly Cut and Bookmarked)
 4770027982, 9784770027986

Table of contents :
Cover
Contents
Preface
PART I Everyday Phrases
Congratulations
Condolences
Making a Speech
Gift-Giving
Addressing Someone
Visiting
Leaving
Making Requests
Consenting to a Request
Refusing a Request
Persuading
Stating an Objection
Making Excuses and Denying Rumors
Criticizing
Praising
Reacting to Praise
Expressing Thanks
Apologizing
PART II Business Phrases
Business Calls: Opening Strategies
Business Calls: Closing Strategies
Business Calls: Receiving Visitors
On the Telephone
Explanations, Apologies, Excuses
Requests
Consenting to a Request
Refusing a Request
Withholding Comment
Expressing Disagreement
Giving Instructions
Reprimands
Apologies
Confirmation
Sales Talk
Office Vernacular

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