候由
Meanings
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archaic
Archaic expression used in formal letters to convey hearsay or reported information. Equivalent to modern 〜だそうだ or 〜とのことだ.
It was used in letters, as in 'I hear that you crossed the sea safely, which I find most gratifying.'
Archaic expression used in formal letters to convey hearsay or reported information. Equivalent to modern 〜だそうだ or 〜とのことだ.
It was used in letters, as in 'I hear that you crossed the sea safely, which I find most gratifying.'