復習

• Reading: ふくしゅう
• Romaji: fukushuu
• Kanji breakdown: 復 (fuku) — return, repeat, restore; 習 (shuu) — learn, practice
• Pronunciation: /ɸɯ.kɯ.ɕɯː/

Meaning

Review; revision. Going over previously learned material to reinforce understanding.

Functions as a noun or する verb (復習する). Paired with 予習 (yoshuu, preparation) as the two pillars of good study habits. Teachers commonly tell students to do both 予習 and 復習. Essential for language learning and exam preparation.

Examples

1. 毎日授業の復習をしています。 I review the lessons every day.
2. 試験の前に全部の復習をしなければならない。 I have to review everything before the exam.
3. 復習しないと、すぐに忘れてしまう。 If you don't review, you'll forget right away.

Usage Guide

Context: study, school, language learning

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 復 (fuku, return/repeat) and 習 (shuu, learn/practice). Literally means returning to practice — going back over material to learn it again.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal