初歩
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Base noun form. Refers to basic or elementary principles. Used in phrases like 『初歩の日本語』 (shoho no nihongo, 'basic Japanese').
Theme
User is chatting with their coworker Takeshi during a break, discussing learning new skills for a hobby.
初歩
しょほ
rudiments / elements
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Think of 'shoe' basics — you start with the first steps. 'Shoe' sounds like 初歩 (shoho, 'rudiments'), the basics you learn first.
Cultural Note
初歩 (shoho, 'rudiments') is often used in educational contexts to describe beginner-level skills or fundamental knowledge, such as in language learning or martial arts.
Forms
Base: 初歩Base noun form. Refers to basic or elementary principles. Used in phrases like 『初歩の日本語』 (shoho no nihongo, 'basic Japanese').