孤児
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Base noun form. Refers to a child who has lost both parents. Used in formal or descriptive contexts.
Theme
In a community center, User volunteers and discusses social issues with a social worker, Yamada-sensei, focusing on support for children.
孤児
こじ
orphan
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a lonely child with no parents—an 'orphan'. Think of 'koji' sounding like 'cozy' but it's not cozy at all—it's sad. 'Cozy' → 孤児 (koji, 'orphan').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『孤児』 (koji, 'orphan') is a term used in social and legal contexts. Orphanages are called 『児童養護施設』 (jidou yougo shisetsu, 'child welfare facilities'), and there are cultural stories and media that highlight the experiences of orphans, such as in anime or literature.
Forms
Base: 孤児Base noun form. Refers to a child who has lost both parents. Used in formal or descriptive contexts.