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Meaning of 変わり(かわり) in Japanese

Japanese word definition and usage

変わり, 変り
Kana Reading
かわり
Romaji
kawari
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    change; alteration
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    unusual state or event; accident; abnormality
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    difference; distinction

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JLPT 3

unusual, change, strange

On: ヘン

Kun: か.わる, か.わり, か.える

9 strokes

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