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“fixed form” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiteikei

Example

この動詞の定形を覚えます。ko no dō shi no tei kei o obo e ma su

I learn the fixed form of this verb.

Illustration for 定形 (fixed form)

How to say “fixed form” in Japanese

“Fixed form” in Japanese is 定形 (teikei).

Shows that a thing follows an established form instead of taking an arbitrary shape.

Full entry for 定形: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 定形

会話では、定形の文を覚えておくと安心です。kai wa de wa tei kei no bun o obo e te o ku to an shin de su

In conversation, it is reassuring to learn fixed-form sentences in advance.

Tips for using 定形

  • 定形 (teikei) and 定型 (teikei) sound alike, but 定型 more often refers to a standard pattern or formula.

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