裏
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Noun referring to the opposite or hidden side of something. Often used in compound words to indicate the back or reverse aspect.
Theme
In a craft workshop, User and their instructor Taro are working on a handmade card, discussing design details and techniques.
裏
うら
reverse side, back
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Memory Hook
Imagine a card with a picture on the front and a surprise on the back. The back is the 'reverse side' — think of 'Ura' (裏) as the 'U-turn' side where things are flipped!
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『裏』 (ura) is often used in contexts like 『裏口』 (uraguchi, 'back door') or 『裏側』 (uragawa, 'back side'), and can imply hidden or less obvious aspects, such as in 『裏話』 (urabanashi, 'behind-the-scenes story').
Forms
Base: 裏Noun referring to the opposite or hidden side of something. Often used in compound words to indicate the back or reverse aspect.