構い
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Japanese[edit]
Kanji in this term |
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構 |
かま Grade: 5 |
kun’yomi |
Etymology[edit]
From 連用形 (ren'yōkei, “stem or continuative form”) of the verb 構う (kamau, “to be concerned; to interfere, hinder”).
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
- (usually prefixed with お (o-)) care, concern, attention
- 構: (historical, law enforcement) Synonym of お構い (okamai)
- 構: hindrance, obstacle, impediment
Usage notes[edit]
- This term is usually written in kanji in formal or technical contexts (e.g., in a newspaper or in official documentation). In informal contexts, however, it is generally written in hiragana, as (お)かまい.