WORD DETAIL
幾重
いくえ
Examples
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure: The layering expression
幾重(いくえ) means many overlapping layers or folds. - Basic usage: Mountains may
幾重にも重なる, while a gift can be deliberately幾重に包む.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Many overlapping layers
- It emphasizes the presence of many layers rather than giving an exact count.

