Word
rei
Definition
n. a Japanese word for a formal bow or a show of respect. You might see this in martial arts classes when students greet their teacher.
n. a formal bow performed as a gesture of respect or gratitude, particularly within Japanese culture or martial arts contexts.
Examples
“The students performed a deep rei before the match began.”
“In traditional dojos, the rei is an essential part of the etiquette that maintains discipline and mutual respect between practitioners.”
“While the physical act of the rei may appear simple, it embodies a profound philosophical commitment to humility and the recognition of one's place within the social hierarchy.”
Examples
simple
“The students performed a deep rei before the match began.”
contextual
“In traditional dojos, the rei is an essential part of the etiquette that maintains discipline and mutual respect between practitioners.”
complex
“While the physical act of the rei may appear simple, it embodies a profound philosophical commitment to humility and the recognition of one's place within the social hierarchy.”
Etymology
Incorrect back-formation of Portuguese plural réis. The correct singular is real.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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