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ひめ

N2princess · noble young lady

Examples

昔話の姫は城を抜け出して町へ向かった。

領主の姫が春の祭りを見物した。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: Written and read ひめ, it denotes a princess or a cherished noble young woman.
  • Basic usage: It appears in traditional tales and affectionate titles.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Not a neutral modern address
    • The word marks rank or endearment and may sound stylized when used for an ordinary adult woman.

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