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Base noun form. Refers to a person's surname, family lineage, or clan. Often used in formal writing or titles, e.g., 『田中氏』 (Tanaka-shi, 'Mr. / Ms. Tanaka').
Theme
At a formal business meeting, User and their colleague, Mr. Sato, discuss family names and lineage in Japanese culture.
氏
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family name / lineage
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of a formal document where you write your family name. 'Shi' (氏) sounds like 'she' (as in 'she has a name'), reminding you it's about lineage or surname.
Cultural Note
『氏』 (shi, 'family name / Lineage') is often used in formal or written contexts, such as legal documents, academic papers, or historical records to refer to a person's surname or clan. In casual speech, 『名字』 (myouji) or 『姓』 (sei) are more common for 'family name'.
Forms
Base: 氏Base noun form. Refers to a person's surname, family lineage, or clan. Often used in formal writing or titles, e.g., 『田中氏』 (Tanaka-shi, 'Mr. / Ms. Tanaka').