新入生
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Base noun form. Refers to a student who has newly entered a school or university, typically in their first year. Example: 『彼は新入生です』 (kare wa shinnyuusei desu, 'he is a new student').
Theme

At a university orientation event, User is chatting with Sakura, a senior student who is helping new students settle in. They're discussing the experiences of first-year students.

新入生

しんにゅうせい

new student, first-year student, freshman

Culture & SocietySchool & Education

Memory Hook

Think of a 'new in' student — someone just entering school. 'New in' sounds like 'shin-nyuu' — 『新入生』 (shinnyuusei, 'new student, freshman').

Cultural Note

In Japanese schools, 『新入生』 (shinnyuusei, 'new student') are often welcomed with entrance ceremonies in April. They receive guidance from senior students and are a key part of school culture.

Forms

Base: 新入生Base noun form. Refers to a student who has newly entered a school or university, typically in their first year. Example: 『彼は新入生です』 (kare wa shinnyuusei desu, 'he is a new student').