朝生暮死
Reading: ちょうせいぼし
Meaning: ephemeral existence; short-lived
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Example Sentence
He thought that human life was as ephemeral as something born in the morning and dead by evening.
Usage Notes
Used to describe extremely short-lived things or the transient nature of life. Often used in Buddhist contexts or philosophical discussions about the brevity of existence.
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