Reading

Kana: いのち
Romaji: inochi
Kana
Romaji

Definitions

1

life; life force

Note: sometimes written as 生命
See also: 生命
2

lifetime; lifespan

3

most important thing; foundation; core

4

paired tattoos of the "life" kanji on the upper arms of a man and woman (indicating unwavering love)

Note: archaism
5

fate; destiny; karma

Note: archaism

Kanji

Readings: メイ、 ミョウ、 いのち
Meanings: fate, command, decree, destiny, life, appoint

Example Sentences

(いのち)あっての物種(ものだね)
➥While there is life, there is hope.
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(かれ)(いのち)(あぶ)ない。
➥His life is in danger.
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(わたし)(いのち)がほしい。
➥I want to live.
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(ちち)長命(ちょうめい)だった。
➥Father enjoyed a long life.
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(かれ)(いのち)心配(しんぱい)だ。
➥I'm afraid for his life.
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(まわ)(みぎ)(めい)じる。
➥I order you to turn right.
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