Speed Master N5

Speed Master N5 is a beginner-friendly Japanese course designed to help learners quickly master the fundamentals needed for the JLPT N5 exam. It covers essential vocabulary, grammar, listening, and reading skills through clear and practical lessons. The course also includes real-life examples and exercises to improve daily communication. By the end, students will gain confidence in basic Japanese and be well-prepared for the N5 level.

JLPT levels: N5

Who this course is for

This course is designed for self-learners preparing JLPT N5 with structured lessons and guided practice. Study at your own pace with free previews and interactive quizzes on Minna Nihongo.

What you will learn

Work through 4 published lessons covering vocabulary, kanji recognition, reading practice, and exam-style review for JLPT N5. Each lesson links to focused exercises so you can reinforce what you study immediately.

Lessons

  1. Speed Master N5 Lesson 1 — Start your Japanese learning journey with the essential kanji for JLPT N5. Organized by everyday themes, each lesson helps you recognize, read, and remember kanji through practical vocabulary, example words, and focused practice. Perfect for beginners and JLPT N5 preparation
  2. Speed Master N5 Lesson 2 — Start your Japanese learning journey with the essential kanji for JLPT N5. Organized by everyday themes, each lesson helps you recognize, read, and remember kanji through practical vocabulary, example words, and focused practice. Perfect for beginners and JLPT N5 preparation
  3. Speed Master N5 Lesson 3 — Start your Japanese learning journey with the essential kanji for JLPT N5. Organized by everyday themes, each lesson helps you recognize, read, and remember kanji through practical vocabulary, example words, and focused practice. Perfect for beginners and JLPT N5 preparation
  4. Speed Master N5 Lesson 4 — Start your Japanese learning journey with the essential kanji for JLPT N5. Organized by everyday themes, each lesson helps you recognize, read, and remember kanji through practical vocabulary, example words, and focused practice. Perfect for beginners and JLPT N5 preparation

Sample vocabulary from this course

  • いま (今): now
  • ひと (人): person
  • わたし (わたし): I; me
  • いま (今): What time is it now?
  • あさ (朝): morning
  • わたくし (わたくし): I; me (formal)
  • おとこ (男): man
  • じごろ (時頃): I leave the company at around 7 o’clock.
  • おんな (女): woman
  • あなた (あなた): you
  • じ (時): I arrive home a little after 8 o’clock.
  • ひる (昼): noon; daytime
  • よる (夜): night; evening
  • かれ (彼): he; him
  • おとな (大人): adult
  • いま (今): It is 2:30 now.
  • かのじょ (彼女): she; her
  • じかん (時間): I study for one hour.
  • こ (子): child; children
  • ばん (晩): evening
  • ～たち (～たち): plural suffix (~ and others)
  • かあ (母): mother; mom
  • ゆうがた (夕方): late afternoon; evening
  • にち (日): It takes one day.
  • わたしたち (わたしたち): we; us
  • はは (母): my mother (humble)
  • しゅうかん (週間): I take a two-week break.
  • はじ (初): beginning
  • とう (父): father; dad
  • お (終): end; finish
  • ねんかん (年間): I travel for one year.
  • こ (子): children; kids
  • つき (月): I wait for one month.
  • いつ (いつ): when
  • ちち (父): my father (humble)
  • とも (友): friend
  • げつ (月): I practice for three months.
  • おや (親): parents
  • たくさん (たくさん): a lot; many; much
  • きょう (きょう): today

Practice quizzes included

  • Speed Master N5 Lesson 1 – 家族・人 ① – Family & People Vocabulary
  • Speed Master N5 Lesson 2 – 家族・人 ② – Family & People Vocabulary
  • Speed Master N5 Lesson 3 – 時間・時 ① – Time Vocabulary
  • Speed Master N5 Lesson 4 – 時間・時 ② – Time Vocabulary
  • Speed Master N5 Lesson 1 – わたしは タスです。 – Self Introduction Grammar
  • Speed Master N5 Lesson 2 – マンガと アニメが 好きです。 – Talking About Likes Grammar

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