口述
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Noun meaning a spoken or oral statement, not written. Commonly appears in phrases like 『口述試験』 (koujutsu shiken, 'oral exam') or 『口述筆記』 (koujutsu hikki, 'dictation').
Theme
In a university setting, User is consulting with Professor Tanaka about exam formats for a linguistics class.
口述
こうじゅつ
verbal statement
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Think of 'oral' statements where you use your 'mouth' to speak. 口 (kuchi) means 'mouth', and 述 (jutsu) relates to 'state' or 'describe' — so 口述 (koujutsu) is a verbal statement made with your mouth!
Cultural Note
『口述』 (koujutsu, 'verbal statement') is often used in academic or legal contexts, such as oral exams or witness testimonies. In Japan, oral traditions and verbal communication are valued in education and formal settings.
Forms
Base: 口述Noun meaning a spoken or oral statement, not written. Commonly appears in phrases like 『口述試験』 (koujutsu shiken, 'oral exam') or 『口述筆記』 (koujutsu hikki, 'dictation').