Translation and Meaning of: 世紀 - seiki
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 世紀 (seiki) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: seiki
Kana: せいき
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: century; it was
Meaning in English: century;era
Definition: 100 years.
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Explanation and Etymology - (世紀) seiki
"Seiki" is a Japanese word that means "century". It is composed of the characters "世" which means "world" or "generation", and "紀" which means "era" or "record". The word is used to refer to a period of 100 years, usually counted from a significant event or historical milestone. The etymology of the word dates back to the Heian period (794-1185), when the system of counting time in centuries was introduced in Japan. Since then, the word has been used to refer to different centuries, such as the 20th century (20世紀) or the 21st century (21世紀).How to Write in Japanese - (世紀) seiki
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Synonyms and Similar - (世紀) seiki
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世代; 世; 世界; 時代
Words containing: 世紀
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Words with the same pronunciation: せいき seiki
Example Sentences - (世紀) seiki
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "century; it was" é "(世紀) seiki". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.