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[きょう()·げん()]
kyougen
noun

English Meaning(s) for 狂言

noun
  1. kyogen; farce presented between noh plays or during the interlude of a noh play
  2. kabuki play; kabuki performance
  3. make-believe; ruse; trick

Definition and Synonyms for 狂言

Swordplay the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully
Synonyms: 戯曲, 演劇, 狂言
Pretend the enactment of a pretense
Synonyms: 狂言

Meanings for each kanji in 狂言

» lunatic; insane; crazy; confuse
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Categories 狂言 is a member of

Action something done (usually as opposed to something said)
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Pretense the act of giving a false appearance
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