JLPT N1
金石
Literally “metal and stone,” this term describes something permanent and unbreakable, like words carved in rock.
Readings
1 Noun
Metal and Stone
The literal meaning: metals and stones, or minerals and rocks.
Example
この 博物館 に は 珍しい 金石 が たくさん 展示 され ている 。
This museum has many rare minerals and rocks on display.
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2 Noun (used with の to modify another noun)
Unbreakable / Timeless
Used figuratively to describe something as solid, lasting, and reliable as metal or stone, such as a promise, bond, or piece of wisdom.
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