留守
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Noun meaning absence from home or being away. Often used in expressions like 『留守にする』 (rusu ni suru, 'to be absent').
Theme
User is visiting their friend Miyuki's house, but she seems to be out, so they discuss her absence with a neighbor.
留守
るす
absence
Everyday Life & SurvivalHome & Objects
Memory Hook
Think of 'rushing' out the door and leaving the house empty — 'rusu' sounds like 'rush you' for absence. 'Rush you' → 留守 (rusu, 'absence').
Cultural Note
In Japan, it's common to say 『留守番』 (rusuban, 'house-sitting') when someone stays home to watch the house. Leaving a note like 『留守にします』 (rusu ni shimasu, 'I will be absent') informs others of your absence.
Forms
Base: 留守Noun meaning absence from home or being away. Often used in expressions like 『留守にする』 (rusu ni suru, 'to be absent').