Japanese Word · Intermediate
和洋折衷
a blend of Japanese and Western elements
Pronunciation: [β̞a̠jo̞ː se̞t̚t͡ɕɨː]
Meaning
a blend of Japanese and Western elements
Example
——しかし、坊主の格好に天使の輪と羽——和洋折衷か？無節操な…
—One thing tho, are you tryna get to a harmony of Japanese and Western styles—with the angel’s halo and wings on a Buddhist monk’s look? More like a clash…
Practice tips
- Practice 和洋折衷 out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.