故
Kanji · N2
故 / happenstance
Kanji for happenstance, especially, or intentionally.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | コ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ゆえ、ふる.い、もと | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
故 carries the meaning happenstance, especially, or intentionally.
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Common compounds with 故
故ゆえreason / cause / circumstances
何故ならなぜならbecause / the reason is / if you want to know why
故郷こきょうhometown / birthplace / native place
何故なぜwhy / how / for what reason
故にゆえにtherefore / consequently
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