the capacity to comprehend fundamental Japanese.
N4
the capacity to comprehend fundamental Japanese. One is able to read and comprehend chapters on commonplace everyday subjects written in kanji and simple language.
Listening
If dialogues are spoken slowly, one may listen to them, understand what is being said, and generally follow what is being said.
N5
The ability to read and comprehend phrases and expressions written in hiragana, katakana, and simple kanji.
One is able to hear and understand talks about subjects that are frequently discussed in everyday life and in the classroom, as well as take up vital information from brief dialogues delivered slowly.