抗議
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Noun meaning 'protest' or 'objection'. Often used with 『する』 (suru, 'to do') to form the verb 『抗議する』 (kōgi suru, 'to protest'). Example: 『抗議を申し立てる』 (kōgi o mōshitateru, 'to lodge a protest').
Theme
Two colleagues, Ken and User, discuss a recent controversial policy change at their company that has sparked employee dissatisfaction.
抗議
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protest, objection
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a crowd holding signs that say 'NO!' in protest. The word sounds like 'ko-gi' — think 'co-gi' as in 'co-go against' to protest.
Cultural Note
In Japan, protests are often organized and peaceful, with participants using chants and signs. Common phrases include 『抗議します』 (kōgi shimasu, 'I protest') in formal contexts.
Forms
Base: 抗議Noun meaning 'protest' or 'objection'. Often used with 『する』 (suru, 'to do') to form the verb 『抗議する』 (kōgi suru, 'to protest'). Example: 『抗議を申し立てる』 (kōgi o mōshitateru, 'to lodge a protest').