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onomastics in Japanese

onomastics in Japanese is 固有名詞学.

onomastics in Japanese

固有名詞学

noun

Pronounced: koyuumeishigaku

The branch of lexicology devoted to the study of names and naming, especially the origins of names.

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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 "onomastics" in Japanese?

"onomastics" in Japanese is 固有名詞学.

How do you pronounce 固有名詞学?

"onomastics" in Japanese is 固有名詞学, pronounced "koyuumeishigaku".

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