名作
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Noun meaning a famous or excellent work of art, literature, or film. Used to describe highly acclaimed creations. Example: 『この映画は名作です』 (kono eiga wa meisaku desu, 'This movie is a masterpiece').
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名作

めいさく

masterpiece

Culture & SocietyEntertainment & Media

Memory Hook

Imagine a famous painting with a name tag that says 'Mei' (名) for 'name' and 'Saku' (作) for 'work' — together, it's a 'named work' or masterpiece! 'Name-work' → 名作 (meisaku, 'masterpiece').

Cultural Note

In Japan, 『名作』 (meisaku, 'masterpiece') is often used to describe classic films, novels, or artworks that are highly regarded, such as Studio Ghibli movies or traditional ukiyo-e prints.

Forms

Base: 名作Noun meaning a famous or excellent work of art, literature, or film. Used to describe highly acclaimed creations. Example: 『この映画は名作です』 (kono eiga wa meisaku desu, 'This movie is a masterpiece').