国語
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Noun referring to a country's official or national language. In Japan, it specifically means the Japanese language as a subject or national tongue. Usage example: 『国語を勉強する』 (kokugo o benkyou suru, 'to study the national language').
Theme
In a school library, User and their classmate Yumi are studying for an upcoming exam. Yumi asks about User's favorite subject.
国語
こくご
national language
People & IdentityLanguages & Nationalities
Memory Hook
Imagine a country's flag with a speech bubble saying 'language' — that's the national language! 'Country' (国) + 'language' (語) = 『国語』 (kokugo, 'national language').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『国語』 (kokugo, 'national language') refers specifically to the Japanese language as taught in schools, including subjects like reading, writing, and literature. It's a core part of the curriculum.
Forms
Base: 国語Noun referring to a country's official or national language. In Japan, it specifically means the Japanese language as a subject or national tongue. Usage example: 『国語を勉強する』 (kokugo o benkyou suru, 'to study the national language').