生涯
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Base noun form. Refers to the entire duration of a person's life, from birth to death. Often used in formal or reflective contexts to discuss life events, achievements, or periods.
Theme
At a community center, User chats with Yoshiko, a retired teacher, about life goals and personal achievements over tea.
生涯
しょうがい
one's lifetime
Time & DatesTemporal Duration
Memory Hook
Think of 'sho-gai' (生涯 shougai) as 'show guy' — a person who performs throughout their entire 'lifetime' on stage. 'Show guy's lifetime' → 生涯 (shougai, 'one's lifetime').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 生涯 (shougai) is commonly used in phrases like 『生涯学習』 (shougai gakushuu, 'lifelong learning') or 『生涯の夢』 (shougai no yume, 'lifelong dream'), emphasizing continuous personal growth and long-term goals.
Forms
Base: 生涯Base noun form. Refers to the entire duration of a person's life, from birth to death. Often used in formal or reflective contexts to discuss life events, achievements, or periods.