san1 zi6 tai2新字體新字体
Jyutpingsan1 zi6 tai2
Yalesān jih tái
Definition
Shinjitai; the simplified form of kanji used in modern Japan.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the simplified kanji forms adopted by the Japanese government after World War II. It is a technical term used primarily in linguistic or academic discussions about Japanese writing systems. Outside of these contexts, it is rarely encountered in daily Cantonese conversation.
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Japanese Shinjitai
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 簡體字, which refers to the Simplified Chinese characters used in mainland China. While both involve character simplification, the specific strokes and historical origins differ significantly.
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Grammar guides
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