貴族
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Base noun form. Refers to a person of noble or aristocratic rank. Used in historical and formal contexts, e.g., 『彼は貴族です』 (kare wa kizoku desu, 'He is a noble').
Theme
In a history class, User and their classmate Aiko are discussing European history and the role of aristocrats.
貴族
きぞく
noble, aristocrat
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'key' (き ki sounds like 'key') to a 'zoo' (ぞく zoku sounds like 'zoo') that only nobles can enter. 'Key-zoo' → 貴族 (kizoku, 'noble, aristocrat').
Cultural Note
In Japanese history, 『貴族』 (kizoku, 'noble, aristocrat') refers to the aristocratic class, such as during the Heian period. This term is often used in historical contexts, literature, and media to depict characters of high social status.
Forms
Base: 貴族Base noun form. Refers to a person of noble or aristocratic rank. Used in historical and formal contexts, e.g., 『彼は貴族です』 (kare wa kizoku desu, 'He is a noble').