Japanese

しせいかつ
Meaning: private life
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

私
生
活

Example sentences

It is not good to pry into the private lives of celebrities.
親は子供の私生活に干渉しすぎるべきではない。
Parents should not interfere too much in their children's private lives.
他人の私生活に深く立ち入るべきではない。
One should not pry too deeply into other people's private lives.
仕事と私生活のけじめをつけることが大切だ。
It is important to maintain a clear distinction between work and private life.
仕事と私生活を混同してはいけない
You shouldn't mix your work and private life.

Usage Notes

Refers to a person's personal life away from their public or professional role.

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