Japanese

せいかつ
Meaning: life; living; livelihood
Part of Speech: Noun

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生
活

Example sentences

Life abroad has its difficulties, but it's fun.
これから、新しい生活が始まる。
From now on, a new life begins.
生活が苦しくて、趣味に充てるお金がない。
Life is hard, and I have no money to spend on hobbies.
彼は今の生活に満足している。
He is satisfied with his current life.
都会の刺激的な生活に憧れている。
I long for the stimulating life of the city.
スマートフォンは生活を非常に便利にした。
Smartphones have made life extremely convenient.
生活と仕事のバランスを保つことが大切だ。
Maintaining a balance between life and work is important.
民の生活を守るのが政治の役割だ。
Protecting the lives of the people is the role of politics.
都会の生活に疲れて、田舎に引っ越した。
I got tired of city life and moved to the countryside.
彼は都会での孤独な生活に慣れている。
He is used to a lonely life in the city.

Usage Notes

Refers to the process of living or one's daily routine.

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