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What does 命 (いのち, inochi) mean?

命 (いのち, inochi) means life.

Quick facts
Readingいのち
Romajiinochi
Part of speechnoun
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)N3
いのち
N3 · estimated, JLPT frameworkCommoninochi

life

  1. 1noun life; life force
  2. 2noun lifetime; lifespan
  3. 3noun most important thing; foundation; core
  4. 4noun paired tattoos of the "life" kanji on the upper arms of a man and woman (indicating unwavering love)
  5. 5noun fate; destiny; karma

Example sentences

  • The doctor saved his life.

  • Please treasure your life.

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Entries, readings and English glosses: JMdict — Electronic Dictionary Research and Development Group (EDRDG), licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Example sentences and their translations written by GoMe.

Voice: VOICEVOX Nemo.

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