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幾重

いくえ

N1many layers

Examples

山々が幾重にも重なって遠くまで続いている。

贈り物を薄い布で幾重に包んだ。

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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.

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