高校
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Noun referring to senior high school in Japan. Often used in everyday conversation to denote the educational institution for students aged 15–18. Example: 『高校に行く』 (koukou ni iku, 'go to high school').
Theme
At a reunion, User and their old friend Ken reminisce about their school days and current lives.
高校
こうこう
high school
Culture & SocietySchool & Education
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'high' school building with a 'ko' (child) inside — 'high ko' sounds like 高校 (koukou, 'high school'). Think of it as the place where students reach higher education levels.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『高校』 (koukou, 'high school') typically refers to the three-year senior high school program (grades 10–12) after middle school. It's a crucial period for university entrance exams, and students often wear uniforms and participate in club activities.
Forms
Base: 高校Noun referring to senior high school in Japan. Often used in everyday conversation to denote the educational institution for students aged 15–18. Example: 『高校に行く』 (koukou ni iku, 'go to high school').