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Japanese

よめいり
Meaning: a bride's entry into her husband's family; a traditional marriage ceremony
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

姉の嫁入りの日に、家族は古いアルバムを開いて思い出を語った。
On the day of her older sister's marriage, the family opened an old album and shared memories.

Usage Notes

This traditional term emphasizes the bride moving into her husband's household or family. It is more culturally specific and old-fashioned than a general word for marriage.

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