Translation and Meaning of: 生身 - namami
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 生身 (namami) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: namami
Kana: なまみ
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: Living flesh; flesh and blood; the fast
Meaning in English: living flesh;flesh and blood;the quick
Definition: A body that is not dead.
Table of Content
- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
Explanation and Etymology - (生身) namami
Etymology and Definition
The word 「生身」 (namami) is composed of two kanji: 「生」 (nama), which means "life" or "alive," and 「身」 (mi), which represents "body" or "person." Together, they form the concept of "living body" or "living flesh," emphasizing the idea of something or someone being alive, in flesh and blood. This expression captures the physical and tangible aspect of human existence.
Origin and Cultural Use
"生身" is a word that emphasizes physical and tangible presence, in contrast to abstractions or metaphorical representations of the self. In the Japanese cultural context, it can be used in opposition to images or figures that are seen but not physically present. The expression carries the notion of vulnerability and earthly existence, conceiving the fragility and imperfections inherent in human life.
Applications and Variations
Starting from 「生身」, the concept can be expanded to different contexts, and there is nothing preventing the exploration of related terms. For example, 「生身の人間」 (namami no ningen) refers to a "flesh-and-blood person," while in spiritual or religious situations, 「生身」 can contrast the physical with the spiritual. The use of this expression also evokes the acceptance of our human condition, with all the imperfections that come with it.
How to Write in Japanese - (生身) namami
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (生身) namami:
Synonyms and similar words
There are different ways of expressing the idea of "A body that is not dead." in the Japanese language.
A way of saying "Living flesh; flesh and blood; the fast" é "(生身) namami".
Below is a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or are a variation of the word. "(生身) namami":
- 生体 (Namami) - Organism (generally referring to a living being as a whole)
- 肉体 (Nikutai) - Physical body (focused on the flesh and the physical structure of the human or animal)
- 身体 (Shintai) - Body (refers to the human body in an informal or general way, it can also include aspects of health and well-being)
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Words with the same pronunciation: なまみ namami
Example Sentences - (生身) namami
Below are some example sentences:
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