五感
ごかん · gokan
The five senses
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How it’s used
Used in formal or semi-formal contexts, like school lessons, essays, or discussions about perception; everyday speech rarely uses it explicitly.
Do not confuse with 感覚 (kankaku, senses), which is broader and includes emotional or intuitive senses.
Example sentences
五感を研ぎ澄ますことが大切だ。
It is important to sharpen the five senses.
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彼は五感を使って料理を味わう。
He savors the food using his five senses.
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What does 五感 mean?
The five senses.
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ごかん (gokan). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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