成年
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Noun meaning 'majority' or 'adult age'. Refers to the legal age when a person becomes an adult. Example: 『成年に達する』 (seinen ni tassuru, 'to reach adulthood').
Theme
At a family gathering, User and their cousin Kenji talk about legal adulthood and responsibilities after turning 20.
成年
せいねん
majority, adult age
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of 'senior' adults who have reached the age of majority. 'Senior' sounds like 成年 (seinen, 'majority, adult age') — it marks becoming a full adult!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『成年』 (seinen, 'majority, adult age') refers to the legal age of adulthood, which is currently 18 years old. This age grants rights like voting and signing contracts, and it's celebrated with ceremonies and cultural significance.
Forms
Base: 成年Noun meaning 'majority' or 'adult age'. Refers to the legal age when a person becomes an adult. Example: 『成年に達する』 (seinen ni tassuru, 'to reach adulthood').