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ex-wife in Japanese

ex-wife in Japanese is 元妻, 前妻.

ex-wife in Japanese

元妻

noun

Pronounced: mototsuma

A former wife (from a previous marriage after a divorce).

前妻

noun

Pronounced: zensai

A former wife (from a previous marriage after a divorce).

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "ex-wife" in Japanese?

"ex-wife" in Japanese is 元妻, 前妻.

How do you pronounce 元妻?

"ex-wife" in Japanese is 元妻, pronounced "mototsuma".

Are there other ways to say "ex-wife" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "ex-wife": 元妻, 前妻.

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