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What to think of the Rice Theory of the Japanese Character
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Susan posted on 2026/05/11Ever wondered how farming shapes a nation's character? This video dives into the fascinating 'Rice Theory,' exploring how terraced farming and irrigation systems in Japan have influenced a collective mindset and work ethic. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary related to agriculture and culture while gaining a deeper understanding of Japanese traditions!
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ultimately
US /ˈʌltəmɪtli/
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UK /ˈʌltɪmətli/
- Adverb
- Done or considered as the final and most important
- Fundamentally; at the most basic level.
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US /sɔrt/
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UK /sɔ:t/
- Transitive Verb
- To organize things by putting them into groups
- To deal with things in an organized way
- Noun
- Group or class of similar things or people
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US /ˈdɪsəplɪn/
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UK /'dɪsəplɪn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Instruction and practice to teach obedience
- Particular field of study
- Transitive Verb
- To control or train others by making them obey you
- To punish a person for their wrongdoing
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US /ɪk'strimlɪ/
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UK /ɪkˈstri:mli/
- Adverb
- In a way that is much more than usual or expected
- Remarkably; unusually.
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