// Glossary
Wakarimi (Shared Understanding)
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The Power of Words That Only Some Understand
Internet slang meaning 'only those who understand, understand'. A word that presupposes empathy or shared experience with the other person and creates strong closeness.
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What Did the Word 'Wakarimi' Make Easier to Understand?
Internet slang expressing empathy 'I understand your feelings' in a short form. A coined word adding 'mi' to 'wakaru' (understand) to give a light, approachable nuance. Primarily used to show emotional empathy.
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What Did the Word 'Wakarimi' Make Easier to Understand?
Internet slang combining 'wakaru' (understand) and 'mi' (one's own body/experience). A short way to express 'I feel the same pain' or deep empathy toward someone's difficult experience or emotion.