#jlpt n3

[aquamarinestudying]

Chances are pretty good that I'll be able to take the JLPT N3 exam next year in December, so let's revive this thing here!

[mimilikesunicorns]

JLPT N3 prep is NOT GOING as planned 😭👍 but atleast I'm making paper cranes😭🎀🤌

[tokidokitokyo]

If you understand this, you are JLPT N3 level

[corvid-language-library]

Can someone explain the difference between としたら and なら for me? I think I get it but I'm not sure if there's grey areas where either one can be used or if it's quite clear cut.

My textbook gives the example:

その話が本当だとしたら、うれしいです。

But I could also use なら here, right?

The other example is:

飛行機で行くとしたら、いくらぐらいかかりますか。

Could I use なら here too? I feel like the answer's either no or technically yes but it's not very natural. The textbook suggests you could use "行く場合は" instead.

I also tried to write my own example:

ね、えみちゃんは振られたことになったそうだ。それとしたら、おそらく日中泣き通する。

Is it correct? Is it natural? (Not just the use of としたら but all of it.)

[learninternational]

Knowledge of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) and NAT Scoring Systems

The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) and NAT exams are two of the most widely recognized language proficiency tests for Japanese language learners. Both exams are designed to evaluate the language skills of non-native Japanese speakers, but they have distinct scoring systems that can be confusing for test-takers. In this article, we'll delve into the details of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) and NAT scoring systems, helping you understand how to interpret your scores and set realistic goals for your language learning journey.

JLPT Scoring System

The Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (JEES) administer the JLPT, which is available in five levels: N1, N2, N3, N4, and N5. The test evaluates language skills in three areas: language knowledge (vocabulary), reading, and listening. The scoring system is based on a scale of 0 to 180 points, with 100 points required to pass.

N1: Advanced level, requiring a high degree of language proficiency (100–180 points)

N2: Upper-intermediate level, requiring a good command of Japanese (100–180 points)

N3: Intermediate level, requiring a moderate level of language proficiency (100–180 points)

N4: Elementary level, requiring a basic level of language proficiency (100–180 points)

N5: Basic level, requiring a limited level of language proficiency (80–180 points)

NAT Scoring System

The NAT exam, administered by the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, is designed for students who wish to study at a Japanese university. The test evaluates language skills in four areas: vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening. The scoring system is based on a scale of 0 to 400 points, with 240 points required to pass.

Level 1: Advanced level, requiring a high degree of language proficiency (360–400 points)

Level 2: Upper-intermediate level, requiring a good command of Japanese (280–359 points)

Level 3: Intermediate level, requiring a moderate level of language proficiency (240–279 points)

Level 4: Elementary level, requiring a basic level of language proficiency (200–239 points)

Level 5: Basic level, requiring a limited level of language proficiency (0–199 points)

Key Differences

While both exams evaluate language proficiency, there are key differences in their scoring systems. The JLPT has a more nuanced scoring system, with a greater range of points available for each level. In contrast, the NAT exam has a more straightforward scoring system with a clear distinction between levels.

Tips for Test-Takers

Understanding the scoring system is crucial for setting realistic goals and developing an effective study plan. Here are some tips for test-takers:

Familiarize yourself with the exam format and content.

Set specific, achievable goals for each section of the exam.

Practice with sample questions and mock tests to improve your time management and test-taking strategies.

Focus on your weaknesses and allocate more study time to those areas.

In conclusion, understanding the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) and NAT scoring systems is essential for language learners who wish to demonstrate their proficiency in Japanese. By recognizing the differences between the two exams and setting realistic goals, you can optimize your study plan and achieve success in your language learning journey.

[nashdas-jp]

Comedy web shorts

Kinari Movie (キナリムービー) on Instagram and Tiktok is a fun source for quick beginner/intermediate level Japanese listening practice. They're also on Youtube, but new videos get posted on IG and Tiktok first.

Their sketches tend to be stand-alone and about everyday life in Japan, so they don't need prior knowledge of running jokes or specific pop cultural references to understand.

Here's one they posted today about a man in urgent need to use the toilet who tries his luck at a cafe: トイレだけ借りる客

A similar studio/channel is Coneco Film (こねこフィルム), but they have more multi-part sketches.

[kanjiexplained]

Kanji of the day: 喜

喜 - Rejoice, take pleasure in

Kun: よろこ.ぶ、よろこ.ばす

On: キ

(Pinyin: xǐ | xi3 )

Ideographic: Depicts someone making merry with a drum 壴 and their mouth 口; drumming and making noise with their mouth; drumming and singing; partying

As far as I'm aware, 壴 is not used for drum in modern Japanese. Instead 鼓 is used, which you might notice uses the older 壴 as a component.

(喜 as it appeared in the Shuowen Jiezi, ~100 AD, with a slightly clearer drum + decoration on top of it)

(Example of a Chinese brass drum with decoration on top, supposedly from the Zhou dynasty, to further illustrate how 壴 is meant to picture a decorated drum)

Strokes: 12

Radical: 口 mouth

[nihongo-enthusiast]

The Difference of それに、それでは、それで、それでも

1. それに = on top of that; in addition...

• このレストランは���理が美味しい。それに、値段も安い。

This restaurant serves delicious food. On top of that, the price is cheap too.

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2. それでは = and so ...; and now...

• それでは、次の議題に移りましょう。

And so, let's move on to the next topic.

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3. それで = so; therefore...

• 昨日は大雨が降った。それで、試合は中止になった。

Yesterday it rained so heavily. Therefore, the game was cancelled.

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4. それでも = even though A, but still wanna do B; Despite..., but he still...

• 雨が降っている。それでも、彼は出かけるつもりだ。

It is raining. But he still intends to go out.

[kaityslangblr]

The Complete JLPT N3 Grammar Video(Game) Textbook

[kariganelisa]

合格した！I passed!

[i-wanna-see-the-milky-way]

JLPT N3 — Advice for Brisbane Test-takers and My Experience

Hey guys, it’s been a while since I’ve posted (and my first time posting this). During that time, I’ve been up to a lot of things. Like taking the N3 exam in Brisbane because I couldn’t book the Melbourne test site when maximum capacity reached within a minute the registration site opened.

But I digress.

I’m here to tell you all about how to avoid major mishaps when I took the JLPT N3!

◯ What should I bring? (Most to least important)

・Passport or Driver’s Licence and Test voucher (received by email)

・Water bottle

・Food (e.g., granola, apples, sandwiches)

・Pencils (HB), erasers, and pencil sharpeners

That being said, even if you do forget your trusty graphite-holding tool, the exam proctors are happy to provide you with some, plus an eraser. They also used examclock.eu on the whiteboard projector to keep track of the time, of which, there are two projectors for a better viewing experience™️.

◯ What does the test site look like?

For this year, the N3 test site was located at N78- Sir Samuel Griffith Centre (image shown on the left).

The image on the right shows Room 0.11 (look closely to find a water fountain to your right), the lecture theatre that I took the exam in. It has the desks that’s connected to the chairs. They are at a very uncomfortable height, too, so if you’re close to 181cm/5’11”, you might find yourself with quite a sore neck by the end of the test.

◯ What was the day like? Were there a lot of people?

The day went mostly like this:

・12:30 pm, Check-in

・1:00pm start

・30-min Language Knowledge

・20-minute break

・70-minute Reading and Grammar

・20-minute break

・40-minute Listening

What really surprised me was the number of people that were older than me who also showed up to the exams! Not just uni students, but people who were in their 40s and 50s were also there. Not a lot of people, but it was enough to fill the left side of the room provided they skipped every second row.

During the Listening exam, the audio was clear and of good quality. We did not experience any issues with the speakers at all.

◯ What does the exam look like?

For first time JLPT examinees, the cover (what’s in blue and yellow) of every exam looks like this:

※ A, Yellow

at the left is the front cover of the officially released questions for the Listening section published in 2012. Only the Listening section will have the instructions typed in Kanji.

※ B, Blue

This will be the design behind the front cover and will also serve as the design on the back of the question booklets.

※ C, Purple

This is the sheet that you will mark your answers on. It comes in a perforated booklet with all three exam components. Please tear off the strip of paper connected to the three sheets, and make sure to also fill in the せいねんがっぴ and Examinee Number that is not shown on the Sample Exam.

◯ 最後に

Overall, the process will go very smoothly provided you make sure that you are familiar with everything mentioned above! Good luck with your exams in July and December 2024! もし分からないところがあれば、コメント欄に教えてください。

来年もよろしくお願いします。

From galaxy.

[tokidokitokyo]

JLPT N3 Kanji Quiz ③

A quick kanji quiz for you!

Answer below the cut

週末は全国的に 晴れる でしょう。

あ) ばれる い) てれる う) はれる え) なれる

And the answer is...

う) はれる

This verb means "to be sunny" or "to clear up" and this phrase might be heard on the weather report.

How did you do?

[corvid-language-library]

JLPT Journal 30/08 (Countdown: 93 days)

Today Yesterday I:

Did a listening practice test (score: 16/26 = 57%)

Reviewed 50 sentence flashcards (+ made a few more)

Reviewed 12 kanji

Did reading comprehension exercises

Watched grammar videos on Youtube

Watched TV

Listened to the radio

I got SO sleepy and had to immediately go to bed halfway through writing this 😅 Oops.

Anyway, here it is!

[expiationist]

after yesterday we are just going to ignore the whole jlpt situation moving forward! 😀

[kanjiexplained]

Kanji of the day: 願

願 - Petition, request, vow, wish, hope

Kun: ねが.う、-ねがい On: ガン (Pinyin: yuàn | yuan4 )

Pictophonetic: 原 represents the sound (pinyin yè | ye4, xié | xie2), 頁 (head) represents the meaning

The 頁 radical is most often referred to as the "leaf radical" (or in japanese it's referred to as 大貝 / おおがい "big shell" radical, assumedly due to its similarity to the 貝 shellfish radical) and means "page" or "leaf", but it originally meant "head"! Due to identical pronounciations, 頁 was adopted as an easier variant writing of 葉 (leaf), and this meaning has now completely eclipsed the original one. 首 (head) would be left behind to fill the hole. (Notice the similarities between 首 and 頁 )

However, this change happened too recent and too fast for other kanji to catch up! So when you see the 頁 radical as a meaning component in a kanji, it most likely means head. Either it refers to the head directly (as in 頭 Head, 顔 Face, 顎 Jaw, and 頬 Cheek), or refers to whatever goes on inside of it (頑 Stubborn, 順 Obey, and - in this case - 願 Wish, desire)

Strokes: 19 Radical: 頁 leaf

[briangriffinlang]

JLPT N3: -ば。。。-ほど (-ba...-hodo)

when you want to say "the more X, the more..." you use the form provisional X + non-past X + ほど.

練習すればするほど、やすくなりますね。- The more you practice, the easier it will be.

私はピーターさんにやりたいことは何でもやらせてあげたいだけど、食べれば食べるほど、太りますよね。。。- I'd like to let Peter do whatever he wants, but the more he eats the fatter he gets...

授業って、サボればサボるほど、大変なことになるよ。ー　The more you skip class, the more trouble you'll have later.