稽古

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Written 稽古 and read けいこ, it is repeated practice of an art or discipline, often under a teacher's guidance.
• Basic usage: It appears in nightly dance preparation for a recital and in advice following strict training.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Often more traditional than generic practice
  • The word is especially natural for dance, theater, martial arts, and other disciplined forms.