Japanese

わり

かわりめ
Meaning: turning point; transition; change (of seasons, etc.)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

変
わ
り
目

Example sentences

It is easy to get sick during the change of seasons, so you need to be careful.
季節の変わり目に、不要な衣類を処分した。
I disposed of unnecessary clothing at the change of seasons.
季節の変わり目になると、春愁秋思に駆られて物思いに耽ることがある。
When the seasons change, I sometimes find myself overwhelmed by melancholy and lost in thought.

Usage Notes

Often used for seasonal transitions or points where things change direction.

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