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Base noun form. Refers to the act or concept of learning or acquired knowledge. Often used in compound words, e.g., 『科学』 (kagaku, 'science') or 『数学』 (suugaku, 'mathematics'). In sentences, it can function as a subject or object with particles, e.g., 『学は大切です』 (gaku wa taisetsu desu, 'Learning is important').
Theme

User is chatting with their classmate Aiko about their study habits and goals for the upcoming semester.

がく

learning / knowledge

Culture & SocietySchool & Education

Memory Hook

Think of a 'gaku' (がく gaku sounds like 'gawk') — you gawk in awe at all the learning and knowledge in a library! 'Gawk' → 学 (gaku, 'learning / Knowledge').

Cultural Note

『学』 (gaku) is a key concept in Japanese culture, emphasizing lifelong learning and education. It appears in words like 『学校』 (gakkou, 'school') and 『学生』 (gakusei, 'student'), reflecting the high value placed on academic achievement.

Forms

Base: 学Base noun form. Refers to the act or concept of learning or acquired knowledge. Often used in compound words, e.g., 『科学』 (kagaku, 'science') or 『数学』 (suugaku, 'mathematics'). In sentences, it can function as a subject or object with particles, e.g., 『学は大切です』 (gaku wa taisetsu desu, 'Learning is important').