待ち合わせ
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Base noun form. Derived from the verb 『待つ』 (matsu, 'to wait') and 『合わせる』 (awaseru, 'to match'), meaning a pre-arranged meeting.
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are planning to meet up for a movie this weekend. They discuss the details of their appointment over text.
待ち合わせ
まちあわせ
appointment
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine waiting to meet a friend and saying, 'Match a wear (待ち合わせ machiawase) for our appointment!' 'Match a wear' sounds like 待ち合わせ (machiawase, 'appointment').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『待ち合わせ』 (machiawase, 'appointment') is commonly used for meeting friends or colleagues at a specific time and place, such as at a train station or café. Punctuality is highly valued, so being on time for a 『待ち合わせ』 is important in social and business contexts.
Forms
Base: 待ち合わせBase noun form. Derived from the verb 『待つ』 (matsu, 'to wait') and 『合わせる』 (awaseru, 'to match'), meaning a pre-arranged meeting.