高級
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Noun describing something of high quality or luxury. Often used as a prefix or standalone term to indicate premium status, e.g., 『高級なホテル』 (koukyuu na hoteru, 'first-rate hotel').
Theme
At a department store, User and their friend Yoshiko browse luxury goods and discuss quality and preferences.
高級
こうきゅう
first-rate
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'high-grade' luxury item with a gold tag. 'High' (高) + 'grade' (級) → 高級 (koukyuu, 'first-rate'). Think of a high-class car or hotel.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『高級』 (koukyuu, 'first-rate') is often used to describe premium products, services, or establishments, such as 『高級レストラン』 (koukyuu resutoran, 'high-end restaurant') or 『高級ブランド』 (koukyuu burando, 'luxury brand'), reflecting a culture that values quality and status.
Forms
Base: 高級Noun describing something of high quality or luxury. Often used as a prefix or standalone term to indicate premium status, e.g., 『高級なホテル』 (koukyuu na hoteru, 'first-rate hotel').