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Meaning of wasei kango | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. Words coined in Japanese that are based on Chinese characters.
    plural, plural-only
  2. Japanese coinages using Chinese roots, not originally in use in Chinese-speaking countries nor by Chinese native speakers, but only by speakers of Japanese.
    plural, plural-only

Equivalents

日本語 和製漢語
한국어 화제한어

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Wasembo wash wash away wash barrel wash basin wash basket

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