いのち
Noun
1.
life, life force
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)
archaic
5.
fate, destiny, karma
archaic
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彼は命をかけて家族を守った。
He risked his life to protect his family.
命の尊さを改めて感じました。
I was reminded anew of the preciousness of life.
医師は患者の命を救うために全力を尽くした。
The doctor did everything in their power to save the patient's life.
自然界では、全ての命が互いに支え合って生きています。
In the natural world, all lives support each other to exist.
Kanji that make up this word
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