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古
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ancient civilization; ancient civilisation
Examples
その神話を読むと古代文明を深く理解することが出来る。
The myth offers insights into the ancient civilization.
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archeologist; archaeologist
Examples
彼は考古学者の助手である。
He is an archeologist's assistant.
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Pre-noun adjectival (rentaishi)
good old; good old-fashioned
Examples
古きよき日々は去って、二度と戻らない。
The good old days have gone, never to return.
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whirl of busyness; flurry of activity; being rushed off one's feet; having a very busy time (doing)
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Idiomatic expression
to be quiet (due to lack of activity); to be in a slump (of a business)
Examples
ウチだって閑古鳥が鳴くようなカツカツの状態だから、バイトを雇う余裕なんてない。
We're in a slump, barely scraping by, so we certainly don't have the margin to take on a part-time worker.
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classical literature
Examples
私は古典文学に非常に興味があります。
I'm very interested in classical literature.
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Yojijukugo
restoration of imperial rule
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Historical term
Restoration (England)
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the good old days; halcyon days
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この歌は私に古き良き時代を思い出させる。
This song reminds me of the good old days.
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developing new ideas based on study of the past; learning from the past
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温故知新というからねえ。歴史の勉強は大切だよ。
They say you should consult the past if you want to learn about the future. History has a lot to teach us.
