見舞い
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Noun form used to express sympathy or concern, often in contexts like visiting the sick or offering condolences. Typically used in phrases like 『お見舞い』 (omimai, 'sympathy visit').
Theme
At a café, User and their coworker Naomi are talking about a colleague who has been sick recently.
見舞い
みまい
expression of sympathy, expression of concern
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine visiting a friend who's sick and bringing a 'meal' (みまい mimai sounds like 'me meal') to show sympathy — 'Meal for sympathy' → 見舞い (mimai, 'expression of sympathy').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『見舞い』 (mimai, 'expression of sympathy') often involves visiting someone who is ill or has experienced misfortune, bringing gifts like flowers or food. It's a common social practice to show care and maintain relationships.
Forms
Base: 見舞いNoun form used to express sympathy or concern, often in contexts like visiting the sick or offering condolences. Typically used in phrases like 『お見舞い』 (omimai, 'sympathy visit').