JLPT N1 Advanced
腰掛け
A simple seat or bench; a temporary job or stepping stone
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腰かけ Alternative spelling
1 Noun
A Seat / Bench
Refers to a simple seat, usually without a backrest, such as a bench, stool, or stump.
Example
玄関 に 靴 を 履く ため の 小さな 腰掛け を 置いた 。
I put a small stool at the entrance for putting on shoes.
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2 Noun
A Temporary Position / Stepping Stone
Describes a temporary job or role accepted only as a placeholder while waiting for a better opportunity.
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