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news of a death
Kanji 2102

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Synopsis

Find out how to say “The news of his sudden death astounded me” and “I heard that my friend’s father had died.” Learn about a politician who died the very day he was elected, inspiring this photo caption: “Supporters suffer deeply at the news of the death of Noboru Tanigawa.” Also find out about the marketing potential inherent in death, at least as reflected on Amazon Japan.

Revision history:

May 21, 2021:

  • p. 2: Added the Henshall etymology, combining the Etymology Box with the subsequent sidebar about 卜.
  • p. 6: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.

Oct. 13, 2017: Originally published.

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Cover of essay 2102 on 訃, titled "Words That Fall Suddenly"
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