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るす
rusu
Absence; not at home
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留守
るす
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Absence; not at home
rusu
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JLPT Level N4
Upper-Beginner · ~1,500 vocab · Simple conversations
Kana るす
Romaji rusu
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What does 留守 mean in Japanese?
The word 留守 (るす) means "absence; not at home" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N4 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 留守?
留守 is read as るす (romaji: rusu). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 留守?
留守 is a JLPT N4 vocabulary item. Upper-Beginner · ~1,500 vocab · Simple conversations
How do I remember 留守 quickly?
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