Vocab Info
N3 Noun
命life, life force, lifetime, lifespan, most important thing, foundation, core, paired tattoos of the 'life' kanji on the upper arms of a man and woman (indicating unwavering love), fate, destiny, karma
Dictionary Definition
Noun
1.
life, life force
sometimes written as 生命,See Also:
Noun
2.
lifetime, lifespan
Noun
3.
most important thing, foundation, core
Noun
4.
paired tattoos of the "life" kanji on the upper arms of a man and woman (indicating unwavering love)
ArchaicNoun
5.
fate, destiny, karma
Archaic
All Forms
命 【いのち】
Common・Uncommon
Details
Pitch Accent
い
の
ち
Anime Top 400
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商売の世界では信用が命である。
In the business world, trust is life. (Crucial)
娘は二歳という短い命を終えました。
My daughter's short life came to an end at the age of two.
僕はこの命ある限り、何が起きても彼女を愛し続けます。
As long as I have this life, I will continue to love her no matter what happens.
医療技術が進歩するにつれて益々、人々の命が伸びているそうだ。
As medical technology advances, it seems that people's lives are being prolonged more and more.
彼は私にとって、ただの友人であるだけでなく、命を助けてくれた恩人でもある。
He is not only a friend to me but also a benefactor who saved my life.
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