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There are two ways to count in Japanese: one borrowed from Chinese, one purely Japanese.

Sino-Japanese numbers (the most common system):

• 1 = ichi, 2 = ni, 3 = san, 4 = shi or yon, 5 = go
• 6 = roku, 7 = shichi or nana, 8 = hachi, 9 = kyuu or ku, 10 = juu

The native system (often paired with everyday items):

• 1 = hitotsu, 2 = futatsu, 3 = mittsu, 4 = yottsu, 5 = itsutsu
• 6 = muttsu, 7 = nanatsu, 8 = yattsu, 9 = kokonotsu, 10 = too

The variations for 4, 7, and 9 exist due to superstitions around similar-sounding words.

Japanese lessons in Bearsden typically cost £9/h per hour.

Prices can differ based on key criteria:

• The student's proficiency (JLPT N5 through N1 preparation)
• Your teacher's background (native speaker, certified instructor, university degree)
• Lesson format (remote, in-person, or hybrid)
• How often and how long (weekly sessions, intensive courses, or exam preparation)

Online lessons often cost less while offering the same quality of instruction.

The difficulty depends on which aspects you focus on first.

Key differences from English:

• Three writing systems: hiragana (46 characters), katakana (46 characters), and thousands of kanji
• Grammar structure: verbs come at the end of sentences, which feels backwards at first
• No articles or plurals: there is no distinction between singular and plural nouns

Encouragingly: once you learn hiragana, you can read any word written in it correctly.

With an average score of 5⭐ out of 5, Japanese teachers in Bearsden are highly regarded by their students.

This score comes from 6 authentic student reviews.

Reviewers often praise tutors for making grammar accessible and keeping lessons engaging.