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骨董趣味 (kottoushumi) Japanese meaning: antiquarianism | Kotomora

骨こっ董とう趣しゅ味み

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Meanings

1

antiquarianism; taste for antiques

Refers to an interest in or appreciation of antiques and old objects, often as a hobby or personal taste.

彼かれは骨こっ董とう趣しゅ味みが高こうじて、古ふるい家か具ぐを集あつめ始はじ

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His taste for antiques grew, and he started collecting old furniture.

Kanji

骨skeleton, bone, remains
董correct
趣purport, gist, elegance
味flavor, taste

Related words

骨こっ董とう品ひん
骨董品 refers to antique items themselves, while 骨董趣味 refers to the interest or hobby of appreciating antiques.

Built from

骨こっ董とう+趣しゅ味み

Etymology

Compound of 骨董 (antique) and 趣味 (taste, hobby). The exact derivation of 骨董 is uncertain, but it is conventionally associated with old and curious objects.