建前
たてまえ · tatemae
Face, official stance, public position or attitude (as opposed to private thoughts)
- ceremony for the erection of the framework of a house
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What does 建前 mean?
Face, official stance, public position or attitude (as opposed to private thoughts). It can also mean: ceremony for the erection of the framework of a house.
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たてまえ (tatemae). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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JLPT N1 — advanced. See the JLPT N1 guide.
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