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Japanese and Chinese: Unraveling the Differences of Two Ancient Tongues
You Can Learn Chinese
Comparing the Similarities and Differences between Japanese and Chinese for Language Learners
Japanese and Chinese languages have similarities due to historical interactions where Chinese characters and words were imported into Japanese. This led to cognates between the two languages, making some words pronounced similarly in both. However, relying on these similarities alone is not sufficient for communication. Japanese may be easier to make oneself understood while Chinese can be more enjoyable due to the reactions from native speakers. Choosing which language to start with should not be solely based on ease but on the goal of fluency and communication in the desired language.
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