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Japanese has two counting systems: the Sino-Japanese and the native 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

Native Japanese numbers (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

Numbers 4, 7, and 9 have two readings because certain sounds are considered unlucky.

The average price for a Japanese lesson in Derby is around £16/h per hour.

Prices can differ based on key criteria:

• The student's proficiency (complete beginner, intermediate, or advanced)
• Your teacher's background (native speaker, certified instructor, university degree)
• Lesson format (online via video call, at your home, or at the tutor's location)
• Frequency and duration (one-off lessons or regular packages)

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

Japanese presents unique challenges, but each element follows clear rules once understood.

Key differences from English:

• Three writing systems: hiragana (46 characters), katakana (46 characters), and thousands of kanji
• Grammar structure: sentences follow Subject-Object-Verb order, not Subject-Verb-Object like English
• No articles or plurals: there is no distinction between singular and plural nouns

The good news: Japanese pronunciation is straightforward, with only five vowel sounds and no complex consonant clusters.

Japanese tutors in Derby have an average rating of 5⭐ out of 5, reflecting excellent teaching quality.

This score comes from 6 authentic student reviews.

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