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現代主義 (gendaishugi) Japanese meaning: modernism | Kotomora
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Modernist literature rejected traditional forms.
Modernism in architecture emphasizes functionality.
Kanji 現 present, existing, actual 代 substitute, change, convert 義 righteousness, justice, morality Related words モダニズム A direct loanword from English, often used interchangeably with 現代主義, but may sound more contemporary or Western-focused.
近きん 代だい 主しゅ 義ぎ Also translates to 'modernism', but can refer more broadly to modernization or modern thought, sometimes with a historical focus on the modern era.
Etymology Compound of 現代 (げんだい, 'modern era') and 主義 (しゅぎ, '-ism'). A straightforward calque or adaptation of the Western concept of modernism.
