Japanese

しょうがい
Meaning: lifetime; one's whole life
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

彼は生涯をかけて自然保護に取り組んだ。
He spent his whole life working on nature conservation.
彼は生涯、主君への忠誠を貫いた。
He maintained his loyalty to his lord throughout his life.
騎士は王に生涯の忠誠を誓った。
The knight swore lifelong loyalty to the king.
この絵画は、彼が生涯で残した最高の逸品だ。
This painting is the greatest masterpiece he left in his lifetime.
その老臣は、生涯をかけて君主に忠義を尽くした。
The old retainer devoted his life to faithfully serving his lord.

Usage Notes

Used to refer to the entire period of one's life.

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