JLPT N3 Intermediate
付き合い
Socializing, association, or a romantic relationship.
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つき合い
付合い
1 Noun
"Socializing" / "Keeping up with people"
Refers to social interaction maintained for the sake of relationships, often implying necessary participation rather than pure enjoyment.
Example
仕事 の 付き合い で 、 飲み会 に 行か なければなりません 。
I have to go to a drinking party for work.
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2 Noun
"Dating" / "A romantic relationship"
Refers to the ongoing status, duration, or nature of a committed romantic relationship.
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