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追究
tsuikyuu
Description
「追究」は、わからないことや本当のことを、どこまでも深く調べて知ろうとすることです。
"追究" means to thoroughly investigate and try to understand something unknown or true.
学問や研究など、真実を探すときによく使う、かたい言葉です。
It is a formal word often used in academics or research when seeking the truth.
Meanings
追究tsuikyuu
to investigate deeply; to pursue the truth
科学者は真理を追究する。
Scientists pursue the truth.
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Notes
- Etymology
追 'pursue' + 究 'investigate deeply'; note the homophones 追求 (seek/desire) and 追及 (press/interrogate).
- Nuance
追究 targets truth or knowledge; 追求 targets goals/profit; 追及 targets responsibility.
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