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精進
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 精進.
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Entry
1
concentration; diligence; devotion
Examples
天才は１パーセントが霊感であり、９９パーセントは精進である。
Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.
2
Buddhism
asceticism; zeal in one's quest for enlightenment
3
adherence to a vegetarian diet
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