中止
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Base noun form. Refers to the act of stopping or canceling something, such as an event or activity. Often used in phrases like 『中止になる』 (chūshi ni naru, 'to be canceled').
Theme
At a community center, User and their neighbor Tanaka discuss a local event that might be canceled due to bad weather.
中止
ちゅうし
suspension, stoppage, discontinuance
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Memory Hook
Think of a 'chū' (中) event that's 'stopped' in the middle — it's 『中止』 (chūshi, 'suspension'). 'Chū' (middle) + 'shi' (stop) → 中止 (chūshi, 'stoppage').
Cultural Note
『中止』 (chūshi, 'suspension') is commonly used in Japan for events like concerts or sports games that are canceled due to weather or other reasons. It's a formal term often seen in announcements, reflecting the importance of safety and planning in Japanese society.
Forms
Base: 中止Base noun form. Refers to the act of stopping or canceling something, such as an event or activity. Often used in phrases like 『中止になる』 (chūshi ni naru, 'to be canceled').