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儀式
gishiki
Description
儀式は、結婚式やお祭りなど、決まったやり方でおこなう大切な行事のことです。
A 儀式 is an important event conducted in a set way, such as a wedding or festival.
昔からのしきたりにそって、まじめな気持ちでおこなうことが多いです。
It is often performed seriously according to traditional customs.
Meanings
儀式gishiki
ceremony; formal ritual performed in a set way
神社で古い儀式が行われた。
An ancient ritual was performed at the shrine.
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Notes
- Etymology
儀 (ceremony/rule) + 式 (ceremony/form); both characters point to formal, ordered proceedings.
- Nuance
儀式 stresses solemn, traditional ritual, while 式 alone can mean any ceremony or formal event.
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