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Four Books and Five Classics in Japanese

Four Books and Five Classics in Japanese is 四書五経.

Four Books and Five Classics in Japanese

四書五経

proper noun

Pronounced: shishogokyō

(Confucianism) Chinese texts that serve as the authoritative works of Confucianism.

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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”.

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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What is "Four Books and Five Classics" in Japanese?

"Four Books and Five Classics" in Japanese is 四書五経.

How do you pronounce 四書五経?

"Four Books and Five Classics" in Japanese is 四書五経, pronounced "shishogokyō".

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