全滅
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Noun meaning complete destruction or total defeat, often used for groups or armies. Example: 『敵軍が全滅した』 (tekigun ga zenmetsu shita, 'The enemy army was annihilated').
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全滅

ぜんめつ

annihilation

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Memory Hook

To remember 『全滅』 (zenmetsu, 'annihilation'), think of 'zen' meaning 'all' and 'metsu' sounding like 'mess' — a total mess where everything is destroyed. 'All mess' → annihilation.

Cultural Note

『全滅』 (zenmetsu, 'annihilation') is often used in dramatic contexts, such as in war stories, video games, or movies to describe complete destruction or defeat of a group. It conveys a sense of total loss.

Forms

Base: 全滅Noun meaning complete destruction or total defeat, often used for groups or armies. Example: 『敵軍が全滅した』 (tekigun ga zenmetsu shita, 'The enemy army was annihilated').