Where Do You Split It? A Word-Splitting Quiz That Even Elementary Schoolers Love

Ka-mehameha

"Kamehameha" can be split into "Ka = The" and "Mehameha = quiet person." The famous move "Kamehameha" from the anime Dragon Ball is said to be derived from the name of the first king of the Hawaiian Kingdom, Kamehameha.

Les Misérables

Les Misérables is the story of a man named Jean Valjean who lived in France long ago. It portrays how he helps people in need and turns his life around, showing the importance of compassion. This classic teaches the value of courage and kindness. It’s a work that depicts people joining forces and living together.

Sei Shōnagon

“Sei Shōnagon” is a person’s name, and it can be divided into “Sei” and “Shōnagon.” “Sei” indicates her family or clan name, while “Shōnagon” is an official court title. She wrote a book called The Pillow Book during the Heian period. In it, she described the beautiful scenes and delightful events she witnessed at court with candid feeling, and it is still cherished by readers today.

Mesopotamia

We can split “Mesopotamia” into two parts: “meso” and “potamia.” In fact, “meso” means “between,” and “potamia” means “rivers,” so it means “the land between rivers.” It was one of the world’s first great civilizations, located around what is now Iraq, and it’s a place where we can see the beginnings of people’s daily lives and culture.

Zatō Ichi

The correct division is “Zatō Ichi.” “Zatō” is a job title or rank, and “Ichi” is the given name. Zatoichi is a blind but very strong swordsman protagonist. He helps the weak and punishes wrongdoers, acting as a champion of justice. As he travels, he fights for the people, making him a popular character in period dramas.

a cappella

“A cappella” comes from the Italian term “a cappella,” and the correct way to split it is into “a” and “cappella.” It’s a style of singing in which you enjoy music using only the voice, without instruments.

cholesterol

The word “cholesterol” has its roots in Greek. Chole means bile, and sterol refers to a solid, so it was named to mean “a solid alcohol found in bile.” This comes from the fact that cholesterol was first discovered in bile. Although it often has a negative image, it is also an essential nutrient for life. Please be cautious about LDL (bad) cholesterol.