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[はん(半)·つ(通)·や(夜)]
hantsuya
noun

Root Words:

[はん(半) + つ(通)·や(夜)]
han + tsuya

English Meaning(s) for 半通夜

noun
  1. wake; vigil (that does not last the full night)
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Definition and Synonyms for 半通夜

Viewing a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial
Synonyms: 半通夜, 通夜, お通夜

Meanings for each kanji in 半通夜

» half; middle; odd number; semi-; part-
» traffic; pass through; avenue; commute; counter for letters, notes, documents, etc.
» night; evening

Categories 半通夜 is a member of

Watch the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival)
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