肉親
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Base noun form. Refers to a person related by blood, such as parents, siblings, or children. Used to distinguish from non-blood relatives like in-laws.
Theme
User and their friend Aya are talking about family relationships and support systems during a casual coffee meet-up.
肉親
にくしん
blood relative
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Think of '肉親' (nikushin, 'blood relative') as 'knee-kin' — your knee is close to your body, just like blood relatives are close family ties.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『肉親』 (nikushin, 'blood relative') emphasizes biological family bonds, which are highly valued in traditional culture, often highlighted in family-oriented festivals and legal matters.
Forms
Base: 肉親Base noun form. Refers to a person related by blood, such as parents, siblings, or children. Used to distinguish from non-blood relatives like in-laws.