言い回し ~ Japanese Idioms (Advanced Level)

• あたって砕けろ。(Atatte Kudakero) literally means "Make up one's mind to get started even without knowing the chances of success." 
• 言わぬが花。(Iwanugahana) literally means "Some things are better left unsaid."
• 面面の楊貴妃。 (Menmenno Youkihi) literally means "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder."
• 金の切れ目が縁の切れ目。(Kaneno Kiremega Enno Kireme) literally means "A relationship built on money will be over when the money is no longer available."
• 団栗の背比べ。(Dongurinosei Kurabe) literally means "Comparison among the mediocre."
• 転んでもただでは起きない。(Korondemo Tadadewa Okinai) literally means "Taking advantage of every situation."

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Hiragana and Katakana Practice Sheet (Printable!)

The purpose of this Japanese Kana Copybook is to let beginners memorize the Kana (the Japanese Alphabet, namely Hiragana and Katakana) through handwriting. Japanese language is extremely difficult for English speakers. Therefore be prepared and remember that having a good start can save you a lot of hard work ahead. Hiragana and Katakana Practice Sheet  is FREE to download. Don't miss it!