Find a Japanese tutor near me in Emsworth

Counting in Japanese involves two distinct systems with different uses.

The Sino-Japanese system (used for dates, phone numbers, and maths):

• 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

Some numbers have alternative readings to avoid sounds linked to bad luck.

A private Japanese tutor in Emsworth charges an average of £24/h per session.

Prices can differ based on key criteria:

• Your current level (complete beginner, intermediate, or advanced)
• Your teacher's background (native speaker, certified instructor, university degree)
• Lesson format (remote, in-person, or hybrid)
• Frequency and duration (weekly sessions, intensive courses, or exam preparation)

Many tutors offer discounted rates for booking multiple lessons in advance.

Japanese differs greatly from English, yet its logic is consistent and learnable.

What makes Japanese distinct:

• Three writing systems: hiragana for native words, katakana for loanwords, and kanji for meaning-based characters
• 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

On the positive side: spelling is phonetic, and verb conjugation follows predictable patterns.

Students rate their Japanese tutors in Emsworth 5⭐ out of 5 on average.

This score comes from 6 authentic student reviews.

Students particularly value clear explanations of kanji, patient correction of pronunciation, and structured lesson plans.