No. 2,175 in Japanese
構え
"構え" (kamae) = Stance, posture, or readiness.
In a sentence
彼は新しい家の構えに満足しています。
He is satisfied with the layout of his new house.
In this sentence, '構え' refers to the layout or arrangement of something, specifically a house.
剣道の試合ではしっかりとした構えが重要です。
In a kendo match, a solid posture is important.
Here, '構え' is used to denote the posture or stance assumed during an activity like kendo.
彼は攻撃的な構えで議論を始めた。
He started the debate with an aggressive attitude.
In this case, '構え' signifies an approach or attitude in a metaphorical sense during a debate.
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