This dissertation investigates the syntax of possession in Japanese within the framework of the Minimalist Program. A primary focus is on the question of how possessive semantics is represented in syntax at the sentential level when there seems to be no designated verb of possession - specifically, in possessives with verbs aru be.inanimate, iru be.animate and suru do. Takae Tsujioka seeks the source of possessive semantics in the nominal domain. Adapting Szabolcsi's (1994) analysis of Hungarian possessives, the author proposes that possessive sentences with aru and iru are derived from...

Intermediate Japanese is designed for learners who have achieved a basic proficiency and wish to progress to more complex language. Each unit combines clear, concise grammar explanations with examples and exercises to help build confidence and fluency. The book is divided into two parts. Part One outlines fundamental components of Japanese including particles, question words, verb types and tense while Part Two builds on this foundation by introducing grammatical patterns organised by the task they achieve. Features include: clear, accessible format jargon-free explanations of grammar many...