What makes Japanese language unique?

<p>Japanese language is one of the popular languages in the world. Many people are fascinated by Japanese people, culture and innovations. Here are some features of Japanese language that makes Japanese language different from other languages in the world:</p><p>&lt;!- [if !supportLists]-&gt;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &lt;!- [endif]-&gt;<strong>Orthography</strong>: Japanese language is written in a combination of three scripts unlike other major world languages that are based on a single script.</p><p>&lt;!- [if !supportLists]-&gt;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &lt;!- [endif]-&gt;<strong>Accent and pronunciation</strong>: Compared to other languages the sounds in Japanese language are uncomplicated and simple. In Japanese words, the emphasis is on one syllable that is pronounced prominently compared to other syllables.</p><p>&lt;!- [if !supportLists]-&gt;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &lt;!- [endif]-&gt;<strong>Verbs</strong>: Most languages have verbs based on tenses. Japanese language has additional verbs based on varying degrees of politeness.</p><p>&lt;!- [if !supportLists]-&gt;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &lt;!- [endif]-&gt;<strong>Courteousness</strong>: There are different words and verbs in Japanese language that can be used for expressing respect in various degree.</p><p>&lt;!- [if !supportLists]-&gt;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &lt;!- [endif]-&gt;<strong>Particles</strong>: There are 188 Japanese particles which are short words that hold the potential to change the meaning of the sentence.</p>

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