WORD DETAIL
孝心
こうしん
Examples
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
孝心is readこうしん. - Basic usage: It refers to filial devotion, the wish to respect and care for one's parents.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Caring for parents
彼女の孝心: her devotion in caring for her aging parents.
- Supporting one's parents
深い孝心で: caring for and supporting parents with deep filial devotion.

