noun
native Japanese word; word of Japanese origin
Archaic term for a word of native Japanese origin, equivalent to modern 大和言葉 (やまとことば). Used in classical contexts.
See also: 大和言葉 (やまとことば)
「大和言の葉」は、漢語に対して、日本固有の言葉を指す古い言い方です。
"大和言の葉" is an old expression referring to native Japanese words, as opposed to Chinese-derived words.
noun
waka; classic Japanese poem
Archaic term for waka poetry; the modern term is 和歌 (わか). Found in classical literature.
See also: 和歌 (わか)
古い文献では、「大和言の葉」が和歌を意味することがあります。
In old texts, "大和言の葉" can mean waka poetry.
Archaic compound of 大和 (Yamato, ancient Japan) + 言の葉 (words, language). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it is a poetic predecessor of modern 大和言葉.