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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User and their colleague Ken are chatting about a recent video game they both played, focusing on a difficult battle.
全滅
ぜんめつ
annihilation
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
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').