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趣
gist · flavor · charm · taste
N1On: しゅKun: おもむき
Memory Aid
Imagine *running* (走) to *capture* (取) the unique atmosphere or *charm* of a place. You are trying to grasp its *flavor* or *gist*.
Vocabulary
趣味しゅみhobby
趣旨しゅしgist, point, meaning
趣向しゅこうidea, plan, contrivance
情趣じょうしゅsentiment, emotional appeal, charm
Example Sentences
この庭園は趣があります。
This garden has a certain charm.
あなたの趣味は何ですか。
What is your hobby?
彼のスピーチの趣旨は理解できました。
I was able to understand the gist of his speech.
彼はユニークな趣向を凝らした。
He came up with a unique idea.