入門書(にゅうもんしょ)

Composed of 入門(にゅうもん) (introduction, initiation) + 書(しょ) (book, document). Refers to a book covering the fundamentals of a subject for beginners.

Common patterns

• ～の入門書(にゅうもんしょ): introductory book on ~
• 入門書(にゅうもんしょ)を読(よ)む: to read an introductory book
• 入門書(にゅうもんしょ)としておすすめ: recommended as an introductory book

Similar words

• 入門(にゅうもん)編(へん): introductory volume/section (within a larger work)
• 初心者(しょしんしゃ)向(む)け: aimed at beginners (broader, not limited to books)
• 手引(てび)き: handbook, guide (more practical/how-to)
• 概論(がいろん): general introduction (more academic)

Usage

In bookstores, 入門書(にゅうもんしょ) is a common shelf label for beginner-level materials on any topic.