ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Ikigai

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Ikigai is a noun meaning The Japanese concept of a reason for being, and having a sense of purpose based on one's interests and talents.

Meaning

The Japanese concept of a reason for being, and having a sense of purpose based on one's interests and talents.

Example Sentences

People certainly do live long lives in Japan because of this ikigai. It is part of a sense of community and expressing one’s individuality quietly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include purpose, idea, point, sense, mizenkei, oikeiosis.

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