🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

lanterne japonaise

Pronunciation / Transliteration: lanterne japonaise

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Chochin Kiji/tʃoʊtʃɪn ˈkiːdʒi/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"La fête était illuminée par de nombreuses lanternes japonaises."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A type of traditional Japanese lantern often made of paper or silk, used for illumination and decoration.

    "During the festival, the streets were adorned with colorful chochin kiji, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere."
  2. 2

    An article or record that discusses or describes aspects of Japanese culture, particularly related to traditional crafts.

    "The magazine featured a chochin kiji that highlighted the craftsmanship behind these beautiful lanterns."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'chochin' (提灯) refers to a traditional Japanese lantern, originating from the Edo period (1603-1868). 'Kiji' (記事) translates to 'article' or 'record', derived from the classical Chinese character system, reflecting the historical influence of Chinese on Japanese vocabulary.

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