Learn JLPT N5 Minna no Nihongo Lesson 8

Lesson 8 of Minna no Nihongo I introduces beginners to vocabulary related to locations, directions, and common public places. This lesson helps learners ask about places, describe locations, and navigate around town using simple expressions. Key vocabulary includes words such as “みち (michi) – road/street,” “まち (machi) – town,” “こうえん (kouen) – park,” “みせ (mise) – shop,” “ゆうびんきょく (yuubinkyoku) – post office,” “えき (eki) – station,” “びょういん (byouin) – hospital,” “がっこう (gakkou) – school,” “スーパー (suupaa) – supermarket,” “レストラン (resutoran) – restaurant” and other common public places. The lesson also emphasizes expressions for asking and giving directions and the use of location words like “まえ (mae) – in front,” “うしろ (ushiro) – behind,” “みぎ (migi) – right,” and “ひだり (hidari) – left.” Strategies for mastering Lesson 8 vocabulary include flashcards, labeling surroundings, practicing simple dialogues, repetition, and role-playing asking for directions, which help learners retain words and use them effectively. Practicing this vocabulary allows learners to ask where places are, understand locations, and communicate confidently in public situations. Lesson 8 vocabulary builds practical skills for daily navigation and interaction, forming a foundation for more complex conversations in Minna no Nihongo I.