願い
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Base noun form. Used to express a personal desire, hope, or formal request. Often appears in phrases like 『願いを叶える』 (negai o kanaeru, 'to grant a wish').
Theme
At a local shrine during New Year's, User and their friend Miyuki discuss their hopes for the upcoming year while writing ema (wooden wishing plaques).
願い
ねがい
desire, wish, request
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine writing a 'wish' on a piece of paper and tying it to a tree at a shrine — that's your 『願い』 (negai, 'wish'). 'Negai' sounds like 'neigh' (horse sound) — a horse neighs for a wish!
Cultural Note
In Japan, people often write their 『願い』 (negai, 'wishes') on 『絵馬』 (ema, 'wooden plaques') at shrines or temples, especially during New Year's or festivals, hoping for good fortune.
Forms
Base: 願いBase noun form. Used to express a personal desire, hope, or formal request. Often appears in phrases like 『願いを叶える』 (negai o kanaeru, 'to grant a wish').