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宗教2世

shūkyō nisei
noun★Intermediate— second-generation religious leader or follower
formal

A person who is the second generation in a religious family or organization, often inheriting leadership or following the faith of their parents.

宗教2世として、彼女は寺院の運営を引き継いだ。

As a second-generation religious leader, she took over the management of the temple.

💡

This term is often used to describe individuals who follow in the footsteps of their parents in religious roles, such as priests, monks, or other religious leaders.

Collocations

宗教家の2世second-generation religious leader宗教団体の2世second-generation member of a religious group

Synonyms

宗教家の子宗教家の後継者

Related Phrases

宗教家phrase
religious leader
後継者phrase
successor

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Japan, many religious roles are passed down through families, making this term relevant in discussions about tradition and inheritance.

📖Word Origin

Combination of '宗教' (religion) and '2世' (second generation), indicating someone who is the second generation in a religious lineage.

📝Usage Notes

This term is commonly used in Japanese society to describe individuals who inherit religious roles or responsibilities from their parents, particularly in Buddhist or Shinto traditions.

Word Breakdown

宗教
religion
root
+
2世
second generation
suffix
和英辞典

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