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農民
nōmin
farmer
農民は朝早くから畑で働いています。
The farmer works in the fields from early in the morning.
general
A person who works in agriculture, typically owning or renting land.
彼は農民として生まれ、一生を田舎で過ごしました。
He was born a farmer and spent his life in the countryside.
The term can also refer to someone involved in farming activities, not necessarily land ownership.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Historical Context
In feudal Japan, 農民 referred to the peasant class, which was one of the four social divisions (士農工商).
Gold Rule
Respectful Usage
Avoid using this term in a derogatory manner, as it can be seen as classist in some contexts.
Word Origin
Composed of 農 (agriculture) and 民 (people), literally 'agricultural people'.
Usage Notes
In modern contexts, it can refer to both small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural workers.
Word Breakdown
農
agriculture
root民
people
root和英辞典