WORD DETAIL
固有
こゆう
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
固有(こゆう) describes something inherent or particular to a given entity. - Basic usage: A region retains its distinctive expression; proper names for plants are compiled into a list.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Expression distinctive to a region and name identifying an entity
固有の言い回しmarks a regional characteristic, whereas固有名is a name distinguishing an individual entity. The latter does not necessarily mean a scientific name.

