離婚
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Base noun form. Refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage. Can be used as a standalone noun or in compounds like 『離婚する』 (rikon suru, 'to divorce').
Theme

Over coffee, User and their coworker Mika discuss personal life changes, including a recent separation.

離婚

りこん

divorce

People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships

Memory Hook

Imagine a couple drifting apart on a boat, and one says, 'Let's leave this boat!' The word sounds like 'ree-kon' (離婚 rikon) — think 'ree' as in 'release' and 'kon' as in 'connection' ending. 'Release connection' → 離婚 (rikon, 'divorce').

Cultural Note

In Japan, divorce rates have been rising, and the term 『離婚』 (rikon, 'divorce') is commonly used in legal and social contexts. It's often discussed in media and can involve cultural nuances around family harmony and societal expectations.

Forms

Base: 離婚Base noun form. Refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage. Can be used as a standalone noun or in compounds like 『離婚する』 (rikon suru, 'to divorce').