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称号

しょうごう

N2title · honorific

Examples

大会の優勝者には、名誉ある称号が与えられる。

彼は長年の研究によって、「森の博士」という称号で知られるようになった。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 称号(しょうごう) is a title attached to a person to indicate status, qualification, or honor.
  • Basic usage: It covers an honorary title awarded to a winner or a name earned through recognized research.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Basis compared with 役職
    • 役職(やくしょく) is a position with duties in an organization. 称号 focuses on a title recognizing status or achievement rather than an assignment of job duties.

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