Translation and Meaning of: 位 - kurai
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 位 (kurai) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: kurai
Kana: くらい
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: degree; classification; court order; dignity; nobility; situation; throne; crown; occupying a position; almost; almost; as; at least; enough to
Meaning in English: grade;rank;court order;dignity;nobility;situation;throne;crown;occupying a position;about;almost;as;rather;at least;enough to
Definition: being located above. It also has the meaning of classification and order.
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Explanation and Etymology - (位) kurai
The Japanese word 「位」 (kurai) has multiple meanings and uses, stemming from a multifaceted context that varies according to the context. Literally, 「位」 can refer to position or degree, often related to rankings, hierarchies, or status. This word is extensively used in contexts ranging from social rankings to standings in sports competitions.
Etymologically, 「位」 is composed of the kanji character 位, which incorporates the radicals 「人」 (ninben), related to "person", and 「立」 (ritsu), meaning "to stand" or "to rise". This suggests an ancient connection between standing or positioning oneself within a hierarchy. The hiragana variant 「くらい」 (kurai) is often used to refer to measures or degrees of something, such as "approximately" or "about", denoting intensity or quantity.
In addition to its etymology, the versatility of the word 「位」 (kurai) is evident in its applications in different contexts. In literature, for example, the word can be used to describe the social position or title of a character, reflecting their importance within the story. In the business world, it can indicate the hierarchical level of an employee within an organization. This diversity of use reflects the richness and depth of the Japanese language in assigning complex meanings to a single term, depending on the situation in which it is used.
Another interesting application of the word is its variation 「くらい」 (kurai), often found in everyday language, indicating indefinite or approximate quantity. For example, it can be used to express the notion of about or around a certain amount. This usage indicates the versatility of the Japanese language in adapting secondary meanings from a term that, at first glance, may seem specific.
Synonyms and similar words
- 役目 (Yakume) - Function or role played by someone.
- 位置 (Ichi) - Position or location of something.
- 等 (Tou) - Classes or categories often refer to equality.
- 身分 (Mibun) - Social status or position in society.
- 席 (Seki) - Seat or place where someone sits.
- 職位 (Shokui) - Position or role within a profession.
- 階級 (Kaikyuu) - Social class or hierarchical level.
- 位相 (Isou) - In a mathematical context, it refers to the position in a topological space.
- 段階 (Dankai) - Stage or phase in a process.
- 級位 (Kyuu-i) - Level or ranking within a hierarchical system.
- 級 (Kyuu) - Level or classification degree.
- 等級 (Toukyuu) - Level or degree, often assessed or classified.
- 階位 (Kaii) - Level or position in a specific hierarchy.
- 位地 (Idai) - Location or position of something in a specific context.
- 位牌 (Ihai) - Scoring or ranking in games, particularly in board games.
- 位階 (Ikai) - Level or class within a structure, often religious.
- 位数 (Isuu) - Number of digits or number of positions.
- 位次 (Ido) - Order or sequence in a classification.
- 位相差 (Isousa) - Phase difference in mathematical or physical contexts.
- 位相角 (Iso-kaku) - Phase angle in mathematical or physical contexts.
- 位相関数 (Iso-kansuu) - Function that describes relationships in a topological space.
- 位相群 (Iso-gun) - Group in topological theory.
- 位相空間 (Iso-kuukan) - Space in which topological properties are studied.
- 位相位 (Iso-i) - Specific point in a topological space.
- 位相理論 (Iso-riyon) - Theory of properties and spatial relations.
- 位相幾何学 (Iso-kikegaku) - Study of geometry in topological contexts.
- 位相解析学 (Iso-kai-seki-gaku) - Study of analysis in topological contexts.
- 位相図 (Iso-zu) - Diagram that represents topological properties.
- 位相構造 (Iso-kouzou) - Structure that defines topological relationships.
- 位相同型 (Iso-do-gata) - Identification of equivalent topological structures.
- 位相不変量 (Iso-fuhengen-ryou) - Invariant quantities under topological transformations.
- 位相変換 (Iso-henkan) - Transformation that preserves topological properties.
- 位相空間論 (Iso-kuukan-ron) - Theory about the properties and structures of topological spaces.
Words related
jyoui
Superior (non-class classification); higher order (for example, byte); host computer (of connected device)
Words with the same pronunciation: くらい kurai
How to Write in Japanese - (位) kurai
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (位) kurai:
Example Sentences - (位) kurai
Below are some example sentences:
Kanojo wa shakaiteki na chii o takameru tame ni doryoku shite iru
She is trying hard to increase her social standing.
She is working hard to improve her social status.
- 彼女 (kanojo) - Ela
- は (wa) - Topic particle
- 社会的な (shakaitekina) - Social
- 地位 (chii) - Position
- を (wo) - Direct Object Particle
- 高める (takameru) - Aumentar
- ために (tameni) - For
- 努力している (doryoku shiteiru) - You are making an effort.
Yokozuna wa sumou no saikoui desu
Yokozuna is the tallest in sumo wrestling.
- 横綱 - Yokozuna (highest rank in sumo)
- は - topic particle
- 相撲 - Sumo (Japanese martial art)
- の - possession particle
- 最高位 - Highest position
- です - verb ser/estar in the present
Watashi wa gakushi no gakui o motte imasu
I have a bachelor's degree.
I have a bachelor degree.
- 私 (watashi) - Japanese personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - Japanese particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 学士 (gakushi) - Japanese noun that means "bachelor."
- の (no) - Japanese particle that indicates possession or relationship between nouns
- 学位 (gakui) - Japanese noun meaning "academic degree"
- を (wo) - Japanese particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
- 持っています (motteimasu) - Japanese verb meaning "to have" or "to possess" in the present continuous tense
Sai wa jintai no chūshin ni ichi suru
The navel is located in the center of the human body.
- 臍 (navel) - indicates the part of the human body that is the central point of the abdomen.
- 人体 (corpo humano) - refers to the set of organs, tissues, and systems that make up the human body
- 中心 (centro) - indicates the point or place that is in the middle or at the center of something.
- 位置する (estar localizado) - indicates the position or location of something
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