As of yet I have been unable to take any classes on the subject, so what little I do know is all self taught. I was looking into taking some side courses at the local community college but Japanese is only being given during more important classes at my real school, which are slightly more important to me. Someday I hope. I know enough that I can get the gist of Ominous' sentace but the literal meaning of the last word escapes me.
Anyway, perhaps Rich will come back now that the flamefest is over and give us an answer. Please?