親孝行

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 親孝行 is read as おやこうこう and is a noun for filial devotion shown through respect, care, or acts that please one’s parents.
• Basic usage: The action appears in 親孝行をする, while a devoted child appears in 親孝行な子.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Attitude and action
  • It can include both respect for one’s parents and concrete acts such as visiting, helping, or caring for them.
• Difference from 恩返し
  • 恩返し means repaying a favor to anyone; 親孝行 specifically concerns honoring and caring for one’s parents.