人生

jinsei

noun★Intermediate💡 life

general

The course or experience of an individual's life, often reflecting on its meaning, purpose, or challenges.

彼は人生の意味を探している

He is searching for the meaning of life

人生は波乱万丈だ

Life is full of ups and downs

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Often used in philosophical or reflective contexts to discuss life's journey, choices, or existential questions.

Collocations

人生の意味the meaning of life人生観view of life人生の目的purpose of life

Life is only once

the spring of life (youth)

In Japanese, '人生' is often used in philosophical discussions about life's purpose or challenges.

While it literally means 'life,' it's often used to discuss life's deeper meanings or experiences.

Composed of 人 (hito, 'person') and 生 (sei, 'life'), literally meaning 'person's life' or 'human life'.

Can be used both concretely (referring to one's lifespan) and abstractly (discussing life's deeper aspects).

人

person

root

生

life

root

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