礼儀
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Noun meaning 'manners, courtesy, etiquette'. Refers to polite behavior and social norms. Example: 『礼儀を守る』 (reigi o mamoru, 'to observe manners').
Theme
User and their friend Yumi are chatting about cultural differences in etiquette while visiting a traditional Japanese tea house.
礼儀
れいぎ
manners, courtesy, etiquette
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Think of 'rei' (礼) as 'ray' of respect shining on 'gi' (儀) which sounds like 'gee' for 'gentle' — together, they form 'manners' or 'etiquette'.
Cultural Note
『礼儀』 (reigi, 'manners, courtesy, etiquette') is a core concept in Japanese society, emphasizing respect and proper behavior in social interactions, such as bowing, using honorific language, and following customs.
Forms
Base: 礼儀Noun meaning 'manners, courtesy, etiquette'. Refers to polite behavior and social norms. Example: 『礼儀を守る』 (reigi o mamoru, 'to observe manners').