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Base noun form. Refers to a line of people, objects, or things arranged in order, e.g., 『列に並ぶ』 (retsu ni narabu, 'to stand in line').
Theme

At a popular ramen shop in Tokyo, User and their friend Aya are waiting outside and talking about the long wait.

れつ

queue / line / row

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Memory Hook

Imagine people standing in a 'line' or 'queue' at a store. Think 'line' → '列' (retsu, 'queue'). It sounds like 'ret-soo' — a ret-soo (row) of people!

Cultural Note

In Japan, forming orderly 『列』 (retsu, 'queues') is common in public places like train stations, shops, and events. It reflects social harmony and respect for others, often seen as a cultural norm.

Forms

Base: 列Base noun form. Refers to a line of people, objects, or things arranged in order, e.g., 『列に並ぶ』 (retsu ni narabu, 'to stand in line').