A phrase or expression composed of several words, often used within written texts to convey specific meanings or ideas, such as in songs or literature.
An assertion or statement reflecting dissatisfaction, discontent, or disagreement with a situation, often articulated as a complaint or grievance towards someone or something.
Example:
そんなことは君が文句を言う理由にはならないよ。
A moment in which one is unable to continue speaking due to being overwhelmed by emotion or surprise, often resulting in a temporary halt in conversation.
A traditional form of Chinese poetry consisting of four lines, following a specific structure and rhyme scheme, historically established during the Tang dynasty.
The experience of momentarily losing one's ability to articulate thoughts or feelings, particularly in response to unexpected news or profound sadness.
A situation where a speaker finds themselves at a loss for words, typically when trying to express something significant but becoming momentarily incapacitated in their speech.
A term describing the unfavorable outcome that results after a series of actions or decisions, often implying that the culmination is disappointing or undesirable.
A phrase used to indicate the final result or conclusion after a lengthy sequence of events or efforts, typically highlighting a sense of resignation to an unsatisfactory ending.
In the context of collaborative poetry, it refers specifically to the final verse, contrasting with the initial verse, emphasizing the structure of the poetic form.
Example:
コンピューターを物色して歩いたあげく、デイヴィドより２００ドル安い値段で手に入れた。
A word or phrase that is deemed inappropriate or unacceptable to use in certain contexts, particularly in traditional forms of Japanese poetry such as waka or haiku, where specific terms are officially restricted.
A term that carries an ominous connotation and is considered socially sensitive, leading to its avoidance in conversations, especially in the presence of certain individuals or in particular situations, to prevent causing offense or discomfort.
A phrase that society collectively agrees should not be spoken in certain situations due to its potential to invoke negative feelings or associations, often linked to cultural beliefs about luck and propriety.
A distinct segment or section of text, often representing a complete thought or idea within a larger body of writing.
A specific unit of poetry characterized by a rhythmic structure, commonly found in traditional forms such as haiku and linked-verse poetry.
A phrase or expression that conveys a particular meaning within a sentence, often functioning as a component of grammatical structure.
A traditional Japanese poetic form, typically consisting of a compact arrangement of words that encapsulates a moment or concept, such as in haiku or senryu.
Example:
彼はそのの文字どおりの意味を説明した。