例外
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Noun meaning 'exception'. Used to indicate something that does not follow a general rule or pattern. Example: 『これは例外です』 (kore wa reigai desu, 'This is an exception').
Theme

Two colleagues, Ken and User, are discussing company policies during a coffee break at work.

例外

れいがい

exception

Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs

Memory Hook

Imagine a rule book with one page that says 'exception' — it's the 'rei' (礼) of the book, standing out as special. 'Rei' sounds like 'ray' of light, highlighting the exception.

Cultural Note

In Japanese culture, rules and norms are often emphasized, but 『例外』 (reigai, 'exception') is used in contexts like business or social settings to denote special cases, such as exceptions to policies or traditions.

Forms

Base: 例外Noun meaning 'exception'. Used to indicate something that does not follow a general rule or pattern. Example: 『これは例外です』 (kore wa reigai desu, 'This is an exception').