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fool's gold in Japanese

fool's gold in Japanese is 愚か者の金, 黄鉄鉱.

fool's gold in Japanese

愚か者の金

noun

A mineral or other substance often mistaken for gold; mainly iron pyrite.

黄鉄鉱

noun

Pronounced: ōtekkō

A mineral or other substance often mistaken for gold; mainly iron pyrite.

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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 "fool's gold" in Japanese?

"fool's gold" in Japanese is 愚か者の金, 黄鉄鉱.

Are there other ways to say "fool's gold" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "fool's gold": 愚か者の金, 黄鉄鉱.

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