Translation and Meaning of: 自我 - jiga
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 自我 (jiga) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: jiga
Kana: じが
Type: noun
L: Campo não encontrado.
Translation / Meaning: I; the ego
Meaning in English: self;the ego
Definition: consciousness and self-awareness.
Table of Content
- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (自我) jiga
自我 (jiga) is a Japanese word meaning "I" or "ego". It is composed of the kanji 自 (ji), which means "I" or "self", and 我 (ga), which means "I" or "self". The word is used to refer to individual conscience and personal identity. The etymology of the word goes back to Buddhism, which introduced the concept of "I" as an illusion that must be overcome in order to reach enlightenment. The word was incorporated into the Japanese language during the Heian period (794-1185), when Buddhism became a significant influence on Japanese culture.How to Write in Japanese - (自我) jiga
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (自我) jiga:
Synonyms and Similar - (自我) jiga
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:
自己; 自分; 自身
Words containing: 自我
See also other related words from our dictionary:
Words with the same pronunciation: じが jiga
Example Sentences - (自我) jiga
Below are some example sentences:
Phrase Generator
Generate new sentences with the word 自我 Using our Artificial Intelligence phrase generator. You can still choose new words to appear alongside the phrase.
Other words of the same type: noun
See other words from our dictionary that are also: noun
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "I; the ego" é "(自我) jiga". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
