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Base noun form. Refers to romantic love or passionate affection. Usage example: 『恋をする』 (koi o suru, 'to fall in love').
Theme

Two close friends, Mika and User, are chatting over coffee at a cozy café, discussing their feelings about relationships and personal experiences.

こい

love, tender passion

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Memory Hook

Think of 'koi' fish swimming together — they symbolize love and passion in Japan. 'Koi' → 『恋』 (koi, 'love, tender passion').

Cultural Note

『恋』 (koi, 'love, tender passion') is a common theme in Japanese literature, music, and media, often depicting romantic or unrequited feelings, as seen in songs and『恋愛ドラマ』 (ren'ai dorama, 'romance dramas').

Forms

Base: 恋Base noun form. Refers to romantic love or passionate affection. Usage example: 『恋をする』 (koi o suru, 'to fall in love').