吉事
also: きつじ
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Meanings
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auspicious event; happy occasion
Refers to a fortunate or celebratory event, often used in formal or traditional contexts. Not an everyday word for 'good thing'; more like 'propitious occurrence'.
New Year's is an event to celebrate the auspicious occasions of the year.
At the shrine, prayers are offered when there is an auspicious event.