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Yuuchan(ゆうちゃん)
Memechan( めめちゃん)
Yumechan( ゆめちゃん)![]()
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Yuume," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
優 means "excellent, gentle."
Abundant - Relaxed and with plenty of room.
Harmonious - Peaceful and harmonious.
Highest - The highest ranking in evaluations such as performance.
Kind - Refined and beautiful.
Outstanding - Superior to others.
Skilled - A performer or entertainer.
Abundant - Abundance represents the overflowing blessings that come from a generous universe. May your child live abundantly, overflowing with blessings to share.
Harmonious - Being harmonious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be harmonious, letting this quality guide their path.
Highest - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
Kind - Kindness represents compassion, consideration, and gentle treatment. May your child be kind to all they meet.
Outstanding - Being outstanding represents excellence, standing apart, and notable achievement. May your child be outstanding in character and contribution.
Skilled - Skilled - A performer or entertainer - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
夢 means "dream, vision, illusion."
Dream - Dreams represent aspiration, vision, and the imagination that creates the future. May your child dream boldly, imagining a future worth creating.
Vision - Vision represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of vision.
Illusion - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Dark - Darkness represents mystery, the unknown, and the potential for hidden growth. May your child not fear the dark, finding growth even in uncertain times.
Dim - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Fleeting - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
侑 means "encourage, assist, offer."
Offer - To present food or drink.
Forgive - To pardon or excuse a fault or offense.
Help - To provide protection or assistance.
Recommend - To suggest or offer something, such as a dish or drink.
Reward - To express gratitude or appreciation.
Encourage - Encouraging represents support, motivation, and lifting others up. May your child encourage others, spreading confidence and hope.
Assist - Assist represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the assist's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Offer - Offering represents generosity, service, and giving of oneself. May your child offer their gifts generously to the world.
Forgive - Forgiveness represents freedom, healing, and the release from resentment. May your child forgive freely, finding freedom and healing in release.
Help - Helping represents service, assistance, and making others' lives better. May your child help generously and receive help graciously.
Recommend - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Reward - Reward - To express gratitude or appreciation - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of reward throughout life.
女 means "woman, daughter, young woman."
Woman - A female person.
You - A pronoun meaning "you."
Delicate - Something small and fragile.
Marry - To take someone as a spouse.
Woman - Woman represents grace, nurturing, and the feminine principle of receptivity. May your child embody feminine virtues—grace, nurturing, and receptive wisdom.
Young Woman - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
Daughter - A daughter brings joy and tenderness, representing family love and connection. May your child bring joy to all around her and maintain strong family bonds.
You - You - A pronoun meaning "you - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of you throughout life.
Delicate - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.
Give in Marriage - Marriage is a sacred bond, the foundation of family, and the commitment to grow together. May your child's marriage be blessed with deep love, growing closer through all seasons.
Marry - Marriage represents the union of two souls, the creation of a new family, and lifelong commitment. May your child find a worthy partner and build a marriage full of love and mutual respect.
Small or Weak Thing - Small things are often the most precious; simplicity and humility have their own greatness. May your child appreciate the small things, finding great meaning in simple moments.
To Marry Off - Marriage represents the union of two souls, the creation of a new family, and lifelong commitment. May your child find a worthy partner and build a marriage full of love and mutual respect.
優 means "excellent, gentle."
Abundant - Relaxed and with plenty of room.
Harmonious - Peaceful and harmonious.
Highest - The highest ranking in evaluations such as performance.
Kind - Refined and beautiful.
Outstanding - Superior to others.
Skilled - A performer or entertainer.
Abundant - Abundance represents the overflowing blessings that come from a generous universe. May your child live abundantly, overflowing with blessings to share.
Harmonious - Being harmonious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be harmonious, letting this quality guide their path.
Highest - Height represents lofty aspirations, nobility, and elevated thinking. May your child aim high, with noble aspirations and elevated thoughts.
Kind - Kindness represents compassion, consideration, and gentle treatment. May your child be kind to all they meet.
Outstanding - Being outstanding represents excellence, standing apart, and notable achievement. May your child be outstanding in character and contribution.
Skilled - Skilled - A performer or entertainer - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of skilled throughout life.
萌 means "sprout, bud, arise."
To Sprout - To germinate
Bud - The first sign of growth.
Arise - For something to begin emerging.
People - The masses.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
To Sprout - The act of sprout represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sprout with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Bud - Bud - The first sign of growth - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bud throughout life.
Arise - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.
友 means "friend, to befriend, friendly."
Alliance - A strong bond of loyalty and support between two or more people.
Companionship - A feeling of camaraderie and shared experiences between two or more people.
Friend - True friendship in Japan involves deep loyalty, mutual support, and lifelong bonds. May your child know the blessing of true friendship, both giving and receiving loyal support.
Friendly - True friendship in Japan involves deep loyalty, mutual support, and lifelong bonds. May your child know the blessing of true friendship, both giving and receiving loyal support.
To Befriend - The act of befriend represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child befriend with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Alliance - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
Companionship - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
芽 means "bud, sprout, beginning."
Bud - A new growth on a plant.
Sprout - To begin to grow.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
Bud - Newness represents fresh starts, innovation, and untapped potential. May your child embrace what is new while honoring what endures.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
Sign - Signs represent communication, indication, and meaningful symbols. May your child recognize important signs and communicate clearly.
Start - Starting represents beginning, initiative, and fresh starts. May your child start new ventures with courage and enthusiasm.
友 means "friend, to befriend, friendly."
Alliance - A strong bond of loyalty and support between two or more people.
Companionship - A feeling of camaraderie and shared experiences between two or more people.
Friend - True friendship in Japan involves deep loyalty, mutual support, and lifelong bonds. May your child know the blessing of true friendship, both giving and receiving loyal support.
Friendly - True friendship in Japan involves deep loyalty, mutual support, and lifelong bonds. May your child know the blessing of true friendship, both giving and receiving loyal support.
To Befriend - The act of befriend represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child befriend with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Alliance - Strength represents resilience, capability, and the power to overcome. May your child develop strength of body, mind, and character.
Companionship - Colors represent the variety and vibrancy of life's experiences. May your child's life be filled with beautiful colors and experiences.
萌 means "sprout, bud, arise."
To Sprout - To germinate
Bud - The first sign of growth.
Arise - For something to begin emerging.
People - The masses.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
To Sprout - The act of sprout represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sprout with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Bud - Bud - The first sign of growth - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bud throughout life.
Arise - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.
夕 means "evening, night, end of period."
Evening - Evening brings rest, reflection, and the beauty of transition. May your child find peace in evening hours, reflecting on the day's blessings.
Night - Night offers rest, mystery, and the quiet needed for deep reflection. May your child find peace in the night and wake refreshed for new days.
End of Period - Endings represent completion, closure, and the wisdom of finishing well. May your child finish well, bringing all they start to proper completion.
萌 means "sprout, bud, arise."
To Sprout - To germinate
Bud - The first sign of growth.
Arise - For something to begin emerging.
People - The masses.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
To Sprout - The act of sprout represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sprout with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Bud - Bud - The first sign of growth - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bud throughout life.
Arise - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.
夢 means "dream, vision, illusion."
Dream - Dreams represent aspiration, vision, and the imagination that creates the future. May your child dream boldly, imagining a future worth creating.
Vision - Vision represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of vision.
Illusion - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Dark - Darkness represents mystery, the unknown, and the potential for hidden growth. May your child not fear the dark, finding growth even in uncertain times.
Dim - Purity represents clarity, cleanliness, and uncorrupted goodness. May your child maintain a pure heart and clear conscience.
Fleeting - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
芽 means "bud, sprout, beginning."
Bud - A new growth on a plant.
Sprout - To begin to grow.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
Bud - Newness represents fresh starts, innovation, and untapped potential. May your child embrace what is new while honoring what endures.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
Sign - Signs represent communication, indication, and meaningful symbols. May your child recognize important signs and communicate clearly.
Start - Starting represents beginning, initiative, and fresh starts. May your child start new ventures with courage and enthusiasm.
悠 means "distant, leisurely, eternal."
Leisurely - Relaxed and unhurried.
Far - A distance that is far away.
Long-lasting - Something that continues for a long time without interruption.
Distant - Distance represents perspective, longing, and far-reaching vision. May your child see distant goals clearly and work toward them.
Leisurely - Leisurely - Relaxed and unhurried - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of leisurely throughout life.
Eternal - Eternity transcends time, representing that which endures forever beyond change. May your child create things of eternal value, leaving a legacy that transcends time.
Far - Distance represents reach, vision, and the ability to connect across space. May your child's influence reach far, connecting with many across great distances.
Long-lasting - Length represents endurance, patience, and the journey that extends through time. May your child have long patience and endurance for life's extended journeys.
Serene - Peace represents harmony, serenity, and inner stillness. May your child know inner peace and bring peace to others.
萌 means "sprout, bud, arise."
To Sprout - To germinate
Bud - The first sign of growth.
Arise - For something to begin emerging.
People - The masses.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
To Sprout - The act of sprout represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sprout with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Bud - Bud - The first sign of growth - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bud throughout life.
Arise - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.
柚 means "yuzu, citron."
Yuzu - A citrus fruit with fragrant peel.
Winding Tool - A tool used to wrap vertical threads for weaving.
Yuzu - Seeds and eggs contain the promise of new life and future growth. May your child nurture their potential into full flourishing.
Winding Tool - Wind represents change, freedom, and the invisible forces that shape our lives. May your child move through the world with the wind's freedom, refreshing all they encounter.
梅 means "plum tree, plum blossom."
Plum Tree - The plum tree (ume) blooms in late winter, symbolizing resilience, perseverance, and hope. As the first flower of spring, it represents renewal and endurance through hardship. May your child bloom courageously like the plum, even in life's coldest seasons.
Plum Blossom - Cherry blossoms (桜) embody the Japanese concept of mono no aware—the bittersweet beauty of impermanence. May your child live fully in each moment like the cherry blossom, embracing life's beautiful transience.
由 means "reason, origin, freedom."
Basis - Something that serves as a foundation or support.
Content of Message or Rumor - The content of a message or rumor.
Translation - The process of converting something from one language to another.
Reason - Reason represents logic, understanding, and rational thought. May your child use reason wisely in all their decisions.
Origin - Origin represents source, beginning, and the roots from which all grows. May your child honor their origins while growing beyond them.
Freedom - Freedom - Liberty; free will - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of freedom throughout life.
Basis - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Content of Message or Rumor - Content Of Message Or Rumor represents a role of purpose and contribution to society. May your child embody the content of message or rumor's dedication and skill in their life's work.
Translation - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
梅 means "plum tree, plum blossom."
Plum Tree - The plum tree (ume) blooms in late winter, symbolizing resilience, perseverance, and hope. As the first flower of spring, it represents renewal and endurance through hardship. May your child bloom courageously like the plum, even in life's coldest seasons.
Plum Blossom - Cherry blossoms (桜) embody the Japanese concept of mono no aware—the bittersweet beauty of impermanence. May your child live fully in each moment like the cherry blossom, embracing life's beautiful transience.
結 means "tie, connect, conclusion."
To Bind or Tie Together - This refers to the act of connecting two or more things together.
Conclusion - An End; a result.
A Hairstyle - This refers to a hairstyle in which the hair is tied together at the top of the head.
Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
To Bind or Tie Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Conclusion - Conclusion represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of conclusion.
A Hairstyle - Hair represents vitality, beauty, and in Japan, spiritual power and discipline. May your child possess vitality and beauty, their hair a crown of health.
女 means "woman, daughter, young woman."
Woman - A female person.
You - A pronoun meaning "you."
Delicate - Something small and fragile.
Marry - To take someone as a spouse.
Woman - Woman represents grace, nurturing, and the feminine principle of receptivity. May your child embody feminine virtues—grace, nurturing, and receptive wisdom.
Young Woman - Youth represents vitality, potential, and the fresh energy of new beginnings. May your child retain youthful vitality and the fresh energy of endless possibility.
Daughter - A daughter brings joy and tenderness, representing family love and connection. May your child bring joy to all around her and maintain strong family bonds.
You - You - A pronoun meaning "you - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of you throughout life.
Delicate - Small things often hold great importance; attention to detail matters. May your child appreciate small blessings and attend to fine details.
Give in Marriage - Marriage is a sacred bond, the foundation of family, and the commitment to grow together. May your child's marriage be blessed with deep love, growing closer through all seasons.
Marry - Marriage represents the union of two souls, the creation of a new family, and lifelong commitment. May your child find a worthy partner and build a marriage full of love and mutual respect.
Small or Weak Thing - Small things are often the most precious; simplicity and humility have their own greatness. May your child appreciate the small things, finding great meaning in simple moments.
To Marry Off - Marriage represents the union of two souls, the creation of a new family, and lifelong commitment. May your child find a worthy partner and build a marriage full of love and mutual respect.
結 means "tie, connect, conclusion."
To Bind or Tie Together - This refers to the act of connecting two or more things together.
Conclusion - An End; a result.
A Hairstyle - This refers to a hairstyle in which the hair is tied together at the top of the head.
Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
To Bind or Tie Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Conclusion - Conclusion represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of conclusion.
A Hairstyle - Hair represents vitality, beauty, and in Japan, spiritual power and discipline. May your child possess vitality and beauty, their hair a crown of health.
愛 means "love, affection, cherish."
To Love - To feel deep affection and care for someone or something.
Love - Love encompasses affection, devotion, and the selfless care for others' wellbeing. May your child give and receive love abundantly, their heart full of warmth for others.
To Love - To love is the highest calling, giving oneself for the wellbeing of others. May your child love deeply and be deeply loved, finding life's greatest meaning in love.
Affection - Love represents deep connection, care, and the heart of all relationships. May your child love deeply and be deeply loved in return.
Cherish - Cherishing represents deep appreciation, love, and treasuring what is valuable. May your child cherish the precious moments and relationships in life.
結 means "tie, connect, conclusion."
To Bind or Tie Together - This refers to the act of connecting two or more things together.
Conclusion - An End; a result.
A Hairstyle - This refers to a hairstyle in which the hair is tied together at the top of the head.
Tie - Speed represents efficiency, responsiveness, and seizing opportunities. May your child act swiftly when needed and patiently when appropriate.
To Bind or Tie Together - Togetherness represents community, cooperation, and the strength of unity. May your child value togetherness, finding strength in community and cooperation.
Connect - Connecting represents relationship, joining, and creating bonds. May your child connect deeply with others and form lasting bonds.
Conclusion - Conclusion represents a significant process or state. May your child understand and embody the meaning of conclusion.
A Hairstyle - Hair represents vitality, beauty, and in Japan, spiritual power and discipline. May your child possess vitality and beauty, their hair a crown of health.
芽 means "bud, sprout, beginning."
Bud - A new growth on a plant.
Sprout - To begin to grow.
Sign - An indication or warning of something about to happen.
Start - The beginning of something.
Bud - Newness represents fresh starts, innovation, and untapped potential. May your child embrace what is new while honoring what endures.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
Sign - Signs represent communication, indication, and meaningful symbols. May your child recognize important signs and communicate clearly.
Start - Starting represents beginning, initiative, and fresh starts. May your child start new ventures with courage and enthusiasm.
裕 means "abundant, wealthy, generous."
Ample - More than enough, sufficient.
Comfortable - Providing physical ease and relaxation, cozy.
Open-minded - Willing to consider new ideas, tolerant.
Relaxed - Not tense, rigid, or strict, easygoing.
Wealthy - Wealth represents abundance, resources, and the means to do good. May your child prosper in all ways and share their abundance.
Generous - Being generous represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be generous, letting this quality guide their path.
Ample - Ample - More than enough, sufficient - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of ample throughout life.
Comfortable - Being comfortable represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be comfortable, letting this quality guide their path.
Open-minded - Openness represents receptivity, honesty, and welcoming attitudes. May your child be open in heart and mind, receptive to wisdom and welcoming to all.
Relaxed - Relaxation represents peace, ease, and freedom from tension. May your child find moments of relaxation amid life's activities.
Spacious - Being spacious represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be spacious, letting this quality guide their path.
萌 means "sprout, bud, arise."
To Sprout - To germinate
Bud - The first sign of growth.
Arise - For something to begin emerging.
People - The masses.
Sprout - Sprouts symbolize new beginnings and the breakthrough of life through obstacles. May your child break through obstacles with the sprout's determined growth.
To Sprout - The act of sprout represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child sprout with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Bud - Bud - The first sign of growth - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of bud throughout life.
Arise - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
People - People together form communities, sharing joys and supporting each other. May your child connect well with people, building strong communities.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
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Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
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“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
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In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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