女性
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Base noun form. Refers to an adult female person. Used in formal and general contexts, often with honorifics or in compound words like 『女性用』 (josei-you, 'for women').
Theme
At a community event, User and their friend Ken are discussing a new volunteer project and the people involved.
女性
じょせい
woman
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'jewel' (女性 josei sounds like 'jewel') that represents a woman — precious and elegant. 'Jewel' → 女性 (josei, 'woman').
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『女性』 (josei, 'woman') is a formal and respectful term often used in official contexts, media, and polite conversation. It contrasts with more casual terms like 『女の人』 (onna no hito, 'woman').
Forms
Base: 女性Base noun form. Refers to an adult female person. Used in formal and general contexts, often with honorifics or in compound words like 『女性用』 (josei-you, 'for women').