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講こう釈しゃく

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Meanings

1

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb

explanation; exposition; lecture

Neutral term for explaining a text, phrase, or concept, often in an academic or instructional context.

2

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb

long-winded lecture; pompous explanation

Often carries a negative nuance of being overly detailed, self-important, or tedious. Used when someone drones on about a topic.

3

noun

storytelling (Edo-period)

archaic

Archaic term for a style of oral storytelling popular in the Edo period, similar to 講談. Not used in modern Japanese outside historical contexts.

See also: 講談