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Welcome to CJK Wiki!

Learn Chinese, Japanese, and Korean — Together.

Welcome to the ultimate resource for mastering the three major East Asian languages: Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. This wiki is designed for motivated learners who want to study these languages side-by-side, with cross-language comparisons, shared learning techniques, and cultural insights.

Whether you're starting from zero or looking to deepen your skills, this wiki offers structured paths and useful tools to help you navigate the unique challenges of learning CJK languages simultaneously.

📚 Getting Started

• Why Learn CJK Languages Together?
• How to Use This Wiki
• Recommended Study Plan (Daily/Weekly)
• Tools and Resources Overview

📖 Core Sections

🇨🇳 🇯🇵 🇰🇷 Foundations: The Basics

Learn the essential building blocks of each language

• Pronunciation & Phonetics Comparison
• Basic Grammar Overview
• Sentence structures: SVO vs SOV
• Politeness Levels & Formal Speech
• Essential Phrases (Side-by-Side Table)

🔤 Writing Systems

Understand how each writing system works — and how to tackle them together.

• Chinese Characters (Hanzi / Kanji / Hanja)
• Pinyin (Chinese)
• Kana (Japanese)
• Hangul (Korean)
• Shared characters: Similarities & Differences
• Character evolution and etymology
• Stroke Order & Practice Sheets
• Apps & Tools for Writing Practice

📋 Vocabulary

Build a shared vocabulary efficiently.

• Numbers, Days, and Dates
• Common Verbs and Nouns (Side-by-Side)
• Loanwords & False Friends
• Thematic Word Lists (Food, * Travel, Emotions, etc.)
• Sino-X Vocabulary
• Words with shared Chinese origin

🧠 Grammar Focus

• Detailed grammar guides for each language, with cross-referencing.

• Chinese Grammar Basics
• Japanese Grammar Basics
• Korean Grammar Basics
• Compare & Contrast Grammar Structures

🗣️ Speaking & Listening Practice

Improve your real-life language skills.

• Pronunciation Guides (Audio Samples)
• Language Shadowing Techniques
• Listening Resources (Podcasts, YouTube, etc.)
• CJK Language Exchange Tips

📚 Reading & Writing Practice

Go beyond textbooks.

• Beginner Reading Passages
• Bilingual Stories & Comics
• News in Simple Chinese/Japanese/Korean
• Writing Prompts & Journaling Exercises

📈 Progress & Challenges

Track your growth and stay motivated.

• Progress Tracking Templates
• 30-Day Language Challenges
• Flashcards (Anki Decks Included)
• Study Logs from the Community

🌏 Culture & Context

Understanding the language means understanding the culture.

• Cultural Differences Between China, Japan, and Korea
• Social Etiquette & Communication Styles
• Holidays, Traditions, and Food
• Pop Culture: Music, Dramas, Games, & More

🛠️ Tools & Apps

A curated list of the best tools for learning all three languages.

• [[Dictionary & Translation Tools

Language Learning Apps (e.g., LingoDeer, Duolingo, etc.)]]

• Browser Extensions & Add-ons

👥 Community & Contributions

Join the CJK Learners Forum User-Contributed Notes & Insights How to Contribute to This Wiki Suggest Edits or New Topics