Translation and Meaning of: 一生 - ishou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 一生 (ishou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: ishou
Kana: いっしょう
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: whole life; an entire life; throughout life; an existence; a generation; one age; the whole world; the age.
Meaning in English: whole life;a lifetime;all through life;one existence;a generation;an age;the whole world;the era
Definition: all life or a person's life.
Table of Content
- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (一生) ishou
一生 is a Japanese word composed of two characters: 一 (ichi) meaning "one" or "unique" and 生 (sei, shou) meaning "life" or "being born". Together they form the meaning of "all life" or "all life". The word is often used to express the idea of a lifelong commitment or dedication, as in a marriage or career. The etymology of the word goes back to the Heian period (794-1185), when the word was written as "issyou" in different kanji but with the same meaning. Over time, the script evolved into the current form of 一生.How to Write in Japanese - (一生) ishou
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Synonyms and Similar - (一生) ishou
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
一世; 一代; 一生涯
Words containing: 一生
See also other related words from our dictionary:
Kana: いっしょうけんめい
Romaji: ishouukenmei
Translation / Meaning:
very difficult; with maximum effort; with all the strength.
Words with the same pronunciation: いっしょう ishou
Example Sentences - (一生) ishou
Below are some example sentences:
一生懸命頑張ります。
Isshoukenmei ganbarimasu
I will do my best.
I will do my best.
- 一生懸命 - intensely, with all the effort
- 頑張ります - I will try, I will do my best
一日一生の大切な時間です。
Ichinichi isshou no taisetsu na jikan desu
A day is an important moment in life.
It is an important moment for a lifetime.
- 一日 (ichinichi) - a day
- 一生 (isshou) - a lifetime
- の (no) - possession particle
- 大切 (taisetsu) - important
- な (na) - adjective particle
- 時間 (jikan) - time
- です (desu) - verb ser/estar in the present
一生に一度の経験をしたい。
Isshou ni ichido no keiken wo shitai
I want to have a once in a lifetime experience.
I want to experience once in a lifetime.
- 一生 (isshou) - It means "whole life"
- に (ni) - a particle that indicates the target or the time when something happens
- 一度 (ichido) - It means "once."
- の (no) - a particle that indicates possession or attribution
- 経験 (keiken) - It means "experience" in English.
- を (wo) - a particle indicating the direct object of the action
- したい (shitai) - means "want to do"
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "whole life; an entire life; throughout life; an existence; a generation; one age; the whole world; the age." é "(一生) ishou". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
