VocabJLPT N1
orthodox
な-Adjectiveの-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. legitimate
  2. 2. orthodox
This word describes something as orthodox, legitimate, or following the true and proper tradition. It is used to describe ideas, methods, or lineages that are considered genuine and authentic rather than derived or imitation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My grandfather declared, "This is the proper way to do it."

Sentence 2

Hey, which do you prefer — tradition or innovation?

Sentence 3

Why do you care so much about being legitimate?

Sentence 4

"That is the orthodox approach," the teacher wrote on the board.

Sentence 5

Wait, that person is the legitimate heir?!