Discovering the Origins of Kurashiki: The Story Behind the Name
The name “Kurashiki” comes from the Japanese characters “倉” (kura) which means “warehouse”, and “敷” (shiki) which means “spread out”. The name is a reference to the city’s original function…
What Does the Term “No Mikoto” Mean in Japanese?
The term “No Mikoto” is a term that is commonly used in Japan, but not everyone knows what it means. In this post, we will explore the meaning and significance…
Etymology, English, Brusque
Etymology The adjective is borrowed from French brusque, from Italian brusco (“abrupt, sudden, brusque; brisk; eager; sour, tart; unripe; grim-looking”); further etymology unknown. The verb is derived from the adjective. Pronunciation (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /bɹʊsk/, /bɹuːsk/, /bɹʌsk/ (General American) IPA(key): /bɹʌsk/ Rhymes: -ʌsk Adjective brusque (comparative brusquer or more brusque, superlative brusquest or most brusque) Rudely abrupt; curt, unfriendly.…
The list of Animated Movies by James Baxter
Year Title Credits Characters 1988 Who Framed Roger Rabbit Animator: Animation 1989 Tummy Trouble (Short) Animator The Little Mermaid Character Animator Ariel 1990 DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp…