命
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 命
1
Sometimes written as 生命
life; life force
Examples
その犬は少女の命を救った。
The dog saved the girl's life.
2
lifetime; lifespan
3
most important thing; foundation; core
4
Archaic
paired tattoos of the "life" kanji on the upper arms of a man and woman (indicating unwavering love)
5
Archaic
fate; destiny; karma
Kanji in this Word
命
8 strokes
Frequency: 465
JLPT N2
Grade 3
Meanings
fate
command
decree
destiny
life
appoint
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
メイ
ミョウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
いのち
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