生年月日
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Base noun form. A compound word meaning 'date of birth', combining 生 (birth), 年 (year), 月 (month), and 日 (day). Used in formal contexts and does not require a counter when referring to the date itself.
Theme
At a doctor's office, User and Suzuki, the receptionist, fill out a medical form that requires personal details.
生年月日
せいねんがっぴ
birth date
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of 'birth date' as 'sei-nen-gappi' (生年月日)—it sounds like 'say when happy' for your birthday! 'Sei-nen-gappi' → 生年月日 (seinengappi, 'birth date').
Cultural Note
『生年月日』 (seinengappi, 'birth date') is a standard term used on official forms, IDs, and documents in Japan. It's essential for administrative purposes and often written in the order year-month-day.
Forms
Base: 生年月日Base noun form. A compound word meaning 'date of birth', combining 生 (birth), 年 (year), 月 (month), and 日 (day). Used in formal contexts and does not require a counter when referring to the date itself.