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JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate

古典

Classic works of literature, art, or music.

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古典的 (kotenteki) (na-adjective meaning "classical")
Noun

The Classics

Describes enduring masterpieces from the past that serve as established standards in art or literature.

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大学 で 日本 の 古典 を 勉強 して い ます 。

I'm studying Japanese classics at university.

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古典
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Classic works of literature, art, or music.
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