moment of silence in Japanese

moment of silence in Japanese is 黙祷.

moment of silence in Japanese

黙祷

noun

Pronounced: mokutō

A period of silence conducted to honor or provide a gesture of respect to a recently deceased person, as part of the mourning process. May also be conducted following a tragic event or on the anniversary thereof.

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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 "moment of silence" in Japanese?

"moment of silence" in Japanese is 黙祷.

How do you pronounce 黙祷?

"moment of silence" in Japanese is 黙祷, pronounced "mokutō".

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