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[おん(温)·こ(故)·ち(知)·しん(新)]
onkochishin
noun

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[おん(温)·こ(古)·ち(知)·しん(新)]
onkochishin
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English Meaning(s) for 温故知新

noun
  1. developing new ideas based on study of the past; learning from the past
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Meanings for each kanji in 温故知新

» warm
» happenstance; especially; intentionally; reason; cause; circumstances; the late; therefore; consequently
» know; wisdom
» new

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Sample Sentences for 温故知新

They say you should consult the past if you want to learn about the future. History has a lot to teach us.
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