Japanese word

命中

Pronunciation

Romajimeichū

Meaning

  • nounhit

Example

矢が的に命中しました。ya ga mato ni mei chū shi ma shi ta

The arrow hit the target.

Illustration for 命中 (hit)

More examples

練習では、投げた球の命中を記録します。ren shū de wa na ge ta tama no mei chū o ki roku shi ma su

During practice, we record whether the thrown balls hit the target.

Core concept

Expresses successful contact with an intended target, especially by an arrow, bullet, or thrown object.

Common phrases

  • 的に命中するteki ni mei chū su ru

    hit the mark

Similar words

的中tekichū: An intended target is reached, or a prediction proves correct.
当たりatari: A successful result in an attempt, often involving a shot, throw, or guess.
ヒットhitto: A successful contact with a target, especially in a game or sport.

Definition in Japanese

狙いを定めた物に、放った物が当たること。nera i o sada me ta mono ni hō tta mono ga a ta ru ko to

Word origin

命中 (meichū) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 命 (mei, "life") and 中 (chū, "middle" or "hit"); the word's recorded use refers to reaching an intended target.

Usage tips

  • In Japanese, 命中 (meichū) can describe a prediction that proves correct, extending the idea of reaching the intended mark beyond physical objects.

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