Which JLPT should I take first?

The JLPT is ranked by difficulty through 5 levels. N5 is the easiest, while N1 is the most challenging assessment of your Japanese reading and listening skills. Picking a level is entirely up to you, so you should really take a step back and consider your skills before taking an official test to measure them!

Which JLPT should I take?

In my opinion, if you're struggling to decide which level of the JLPT to take, you should almost always take the LOWER level test. For example, if you feel that you are at an N4 level, but might be able to pass the higher N3 test, don't do it. Go for the N4 level.

Should I do JLPT N5 or N4?

Students who take the test at levels N4 and N5 are generally expected to be able to understand basic conversations when spoken slowly. The key distinction between N4 and N5 is that the N4 test focuses on Kanji, while the N5 contains hiragana and katakana.

Which JLPT is easiest?

The JLPT has five levels: N1, N2, N3, N4 and N5. The easiest level is N5 and the most difficult level is N1.

Is N1 or N5 better?

Pass Scores

The overall passing scores for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test vary across N1-N5. With N1 being the most difficult has a passing score of 100/180 (55.55%), while N5 being the easiest has a passing score of 80/180 (44.44%). The sectional passing scores however are lower.

Understanding How The JLPT Is *Actually* Graded

Is JLPT N2 enough?

N2 is sometimes seen as “business level”, and it is this level that the vast majority of jobs will require your Japanese language to be at. Reaching N2 level is by no means an indication of fluency, but you will essentially be able to hold a conversation and read emails and documents with the help of a dictionary.

Can you take N1 without N5?

If you are extremely confident in your Japanese, you can skip N5 through N2 and go directly to N1. However, you may be unsure which test level is appropriate for your Japanese language ability.

Should I take N3 or N2?

The N2 test is rooted in real-world applications of the Japanese language, while the N3 focuses on a more basic language structure. While the difference between the JLPT N3 and N2 is on the surface pretty simple, if you want to figure out which test is best for you, you need to consider how each level is designed.

Is N5 a beginner?

The JLPT N5 is the easiest of the tests. It corresponds to the old level 4 or ４級 test. It is where you will probably want to start when you are first studying. It only requires about 100 hours of classroom work to pass.

Is Minna no Nihongo enough for N4?

There are many book collections that allow you to learn the basics of the Japanese language. The Shin Kanzen Master and Nihongo So-Matome series have textbooks specifically designed to learn and practice all the essential points to pass the JLPT N4. Minna no Nihongo is another option that should not be overlooked.

Is JLPT N3 enough?

In summary, levels N5, N4 are the beginner levels which is good for measuring your language proficiency but no more. N3 is the middle ground that serves as a good indicator that you have enough Japanese skills to survive in Japan on a day-to-day basis.

Is N1 Japanese fluent?

The JLPT N1 is the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This official exam proves that you have a high level of Japanese that allows you to understand this language in many circumstances.

Is Genki enough for N5?

In a nutshell, Genki 1 is enough for you to prepare for the JLPT N5 and even pass the test exceptionally. This is because it comes with a textbook, a workbook, and audio aids that can prepare you sufficiently for the test.

Is JLPT N1 much harder than N2?

For some reason I feel the reading comprehension is so much harder with N1 than it is with N2. With N2, it was difficult, but I could understand decently I feel. With N1, I'll feel like I understood and then I'll get almost everything wrong. It's amazing.

Can you take N4 without N5?

N4 covers more of basics and a little of intermediate vocabulary and grammar, while N5 is based on just a few basic. Now, let's get back to why we are here: Can you write JLPT N4 without N5? Yes, you can!

Is JLPT N5 worth?

The JLPT N5 is not useful with Japanese Immigration

As an example, N1receives 15 points, and N2 receives 10 points. The N5 is a good place to start, but completing higher levels would eventually be required as it takes up to 70 points to receive preferential treatment from the Immigration Bureau.

Is Minna no Nihongo enough for N3?

Studying for the JLPT N3? After working through 'Minna no Nihongo', gloriously passing JLPT levels N5 or N4 and mastering the basic grammar needed to order your favourite sushi, your next step should be to level up to JLPT N3. This level is described as 'the ability to understand Japanese used in everyday situations.

How hard is JLPT N1?

The N1 is the most difficult level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). To pass JLPT N1, you will need to know about 2,000 kanji and about 10,000 vocabulary words total.

How long does JLPT N1 take?

Some estimate that it takes English-language students (or non-Asian, without prior kanji knowledge) about 4800 hours to reach true Japanese fluency and pass the JLPT N1 exam.

Is JLPT N3 difficult?

The JLPT N3 is the midway point to complete fluency. This stage of learning the language can be very frustrating because you will be able to understand at least 50% of every conversation, but you won't be able to completely understand.

Is JLPT N2 intermediate?

N2 is best described as an upper intermediate test. It is equivalent to the old level 2 in theory.

Should I skip JLPT N4?

Kanji and Vocabulary Are Already at an Intermediate Level

This is another point that can mainly apply to those residing in Asian countries, but it' worth mentioning. If you've already learned over 650 kanji, and 3,750 vocabulary words, then there's a good chance that you'll want to skip JLPT N4.

Does JLPT certificate expire?

The JLPT certificate never expires. Results of the old test through 2009 also continue to be valid. However, companies and educational institutions that refer to test results sometimes set a time limit on the certificate.

What happens if you fail the JLPT?

The two possible results after a JLPT failure

Knowing how to overcome these moments is crucial in winning the long game because no one can avoid them, even if they don't take the JLPT. The second result is far worse. You quit, either temporarily or permanently.