Noun Declension in Japanese
For French Speakers
About Noun Declension
Understand noun declension in Japanese. Learn how nouns change based on case, number, and gender.
Noun declension in Japanese involves changing the form of nouns based on case, number, and gender. This is essential for correct sentence structure.
Key Rules and Patterns
Gender
Japanese nouns have grammatical gender (masculine, feminine, neuter).
- Learn the gender with each noun
- Use articles to help remember gender
- Patterns exist but exceptions are common
Cases
Nouns change form based on their role in the sentence (subject, object, etc.).
- Nominative: subject of sentence
- Accusative: direct object
- Genitive: possession
Learning Tips
- Learn gender with each new noun
- Practice with simple sentences
- Pay attention to articles
- Memorize common patterns