捕虜
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Noun referring to a person captured and held by an enemy during a war. Used in formal or historical contexts, often in compound words like 『捕虜収容所』 (horyo shuuyoujo, 'prisoner of war camp').
Theme
In a history class, User and their teacher, Captain Tanaka, are discussing World War II. Captain Tanaka asks about the treatment of prisoners.
捕虜
ほりょ
prisoner of war
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'prisoner' captured in a war, and you think 'poor you' — 捕虜 (horyo, 'prisoner of war') sounds like 'horyo' which rhymes with 'poor you'.
Cultural Note
In Japanese history and media, 『捕虜』 (horyo, 'prisoner of war') is a term often used in war-related contexts, such as in historical accounts or films about World War II, reflecting cultural discussions on conflict and ethics.
Forms
Base: 捕虜Noun referring to a person captured and held by an enemy during a war. Used in formal or historical contexts, often in compound words like 『捕虜収容所』 (horyo shuuyoujo, 'prisoner of war camp').