A special feature on Japanese "onomatopoeia" for winter!

Today, we will introduce the Japanese word "onomatopoeia," a theme perfect for winter. Onomatopoeia is a Japanese expression that expresses sounds or feelings with "sound-like words." In Japanese, there are many "onomatopoeia" that directly express sounds and sensations. In particular, winter is the season when we "feel the changes in nature with our whole body," such as the cold, snow, and wind, so winter

In my last blog, I wrote about the theme, "Let's explore the roots of words! How did Japanese idioms come about?" This time, I would like to write about proverbs. Have you ever heard of the word "proverbs"? "Proverbs" are short phrases that have been passed down in Japan since ancient times, and they are used as "wisdom for daily life" or "people's wisdom."

Have you ever heard of the word "idiom"? An idiom is an expression that is used in a figurative sense that is different from the original meaning of the word. For example, "to be smart," "to act like oneself," and "to cut corners" are expressions that we often hear in our daily lives. However, if you think about it, "to cut one's head" is a little

Do you know what a "kotatsu" is? A kotatsu is a warm table that is essential in the Japanese winter. Many Japanese households bring out a kotatsu when the cold season arrives. It's like having a little sun in your home, and it warms your heart. [What is a kotatsu?] A kotatsu has a heater underneath the table,