新生活
shinseikatsu
The English phrase "new life" is translated into Japanese as 新生活 (shinseikatsu).
新生活 is used to describe a fresh start in one's daily routine. It specifically refers to the period of adjustment and the new routine that follows major life changes, such as starting school, beginning a new job or moving to a new city.
How do you pronounce it?
shinseikatsu
Did you know?
- In Japan, 新生活 is most strongly associated with April because the school and corporate years both begin then, rather than in September or January.
- The character 生 in 新生活 can mean 'life' or 'living', but it also means 'birth' or 'raw'. This single character covers a vast range of meanings from biological birth to uncooked food.
- During the 新生活 season, Japanese retailers create special 'new life' categories for products like futons and kettles to help young people furnish their first apartments.
Examples in context
- 彼は新生活を始めた。He started a new life.This sentence is useful for describing someone starting their 新生活.Tatoeba #103762 by bunbuku, translation #299930 by CK
- 新生活にすぐに慣れますよ。You will soon accustom yourself to the new life.This sentence is useful for discussing the process of getting used to a 新生活.Tatoeba #145252 by mookeee, translation #269311 by CM
- 友人が新しい街で新生活を始めました。My friend started a new life in a new city.
- 新生活のために、新しい家具を買いました。Shinseikatsu no tame ni, atarashii kagu o kaimashita.I bought new furniture for my new life.
Example conversation
Kenta and Misaki are talking about Misaki's recent move.
- 健太 Kenta引っ越し、お疲れ様。新生活はどう？Hikkoshi, otsukaresama. Shinseikatsu wa dou?Good job with the move. How is your new life?
- 美咲 Misaki少しずつ、新しい生活に慣れてきました。Sukoshizutsu, atarashii seikatsu ni narete kimashita.I am gradually getting used to my new life.
- 健太 Kentaそれは良かった。無理しないでね。Sore wa yokatta. Muri shinai de ne.That's good to hear. Don't overdo it.
- 美咲 Misakiありがとう、健太さん。Arigatou, Kenta-san.Thank you, Kenta.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
