English–Japanese

“how to live” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiikikata

Example

これからの生き方を考えます。ko re ka ra no i ki kata o kanga e ma su

I think about how to live from now on.

Illustration for 生き方 (how to live)

How to say “how to live” in Japanese

“How to live” in Japanese is 生き方 (ikikata).

Describes the principles and choices that shape how a person lives over time.

Full entry for 生き方: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 生き方

人それぞれに生き方があります。hito so re zo re ni i ki kata ga a ri ma su

Everyone has their own way of life.

Tips for using 生き方

  • In everyday Japanese, 生き方 (ikikata) often appears when people discuss work, values, or relationships, and it usually refers to an overall way of living rather than one action.

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