歴史
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Base noun form. Refers to the study or record of past events, especially in a societal or cultural context. Can be used in phrases like 『歴史の本』 (rekishi no hon, 'history book').
Theme
At a museum in Tokyo, User and their history enthusiast friend Aiko talk about the exhibits and historical significance.
歴史
れきし
history
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Think of 'history' as a long story. 『歴史』 (rekishi) sounds like 're-kishi' — 're' for 'recount' and 'kishi' for 'knight' in a historical tale, helping you remember it's about past events.
Cultural Note
Japan has a rich history spanning thousands of years, and 『歴史』 (rekishi, 'history') is a key subject in schools, often covering periods like the Edo era or samurai culture.
Forms
Base: 歴史Base noun form. Refers to the study or record of past events, especially in a societal or cultural context. Can be used in phrases like 『歴史の本』 (rekishi no hon, 'history book').