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Base noun form. Refers to the physical form, outline, or configuration of an object. Can be used alone or with particles like 『の』 (no) for possession.
Theme

In an art class, User and their classmate Miyuki discuss different shapes while working on a drawing project.

かたち

shape

Core Language Building BlocksDescriptive Language

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'kata' (形 katachi sounds like 'kata') in martial arts, where you practice specific shapes or forms. 'Kata shape' → 形 (katachi, 'shape').

Cultural Note

In Japanese culture, 『形』 (katachi, 'shape') is important in art, design, and traditional crafts like origami, where precise shapes are valued. It's also used metaphorically, as in 『形になる』 (katachi ni naru, 'to take shape').

Forms

Base: 形Base noun form. Refers to the physical form, outline, or configuration of an object. Can be used alone or with particles like 『の』 (no) for possession.