親
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Noun meaning a parent (mother or father). Can be used alone or in compounds like 『両親』 (ryōshin, 'both parents'). Example: 『親がいる』 (oya ga iru, 'there is a parent').
Theme
At a family gathering, User and their cousin Aiko are chatting about their parents and family dynamics over tea.
親
おや
a parent
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of 'parent' as someone who 'shins' (sounds like 親 oya) light on you — a parent guides you like a shining light!
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, 『親』 (oya, 'parent') is highly respected, and filial piety is an important value. Terms like 『お父さん』 (otōsan, 'father') and 『お母さん』 (okāsan, 'mother') are commonly used in daily speech.
Forms
Base: 親Noun meaning a parent (mother or father). Can be used alone or in compounds like 『両親』 (ryōshin, 'both parents'). Example: 『親がいる』 (oya ga iru, 'there is a parent').