No. 1,276 in Japanese
愛好
Love or fondness for something.
In a sentence
彼は写真の愛好家です。
He is a photography enthusiast.
The word "愛好" (aikou) is used here to describe someone who has a deep interest or passion for photography.
音楽の愛好は人生を豊かにします。
Enjoyment of music enriches life.
Here, "愛好" (aikou) is employed to represent the act of enjoying or appreciating music.
この本は歴史愛好者の間で人気があります。
This book is popular among history enthusiasts.
In this sentence, "愛好" (aikou) is used to specify individuals who have a strong interest in history.
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