述懐
じゅっかい · jukkai
Speaking about (one's thoughts, memories, etc.), relating (one's feelings, reminiscences, etc.), recollection, reminiscence
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How it’s used
Formal, literary word for recounting personal memories or feelings, often in writing.
Often confused with 回想 (kaisō), which is more neutral and can be used for any recollection, while 述懐 specifically involves expressing one's thoughts or feelings.
Example sentences
祖父は戦争の述懐を語った。
My grandfather spoke about his war recollections.
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彼女の述懐に耳を傾けた。
I listened to her reminiscences.
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What does 述懐 mean?
Speaking about (one's thoughts, memories, etc.), relating (one's feelings, reminiscences, etc.), recollection, reminiscence.
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じゅっかい (jukkai). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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