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刹那

setsuna /setsɯna/

A Buddhist-derived term referring to an extremely short period of time, similar to an 'instant' or 'moment.' It often carries a poetic or philosophical nuance, suggesting that something is fleeting or transient.

Exemples

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1

彼は刹那の沈黙の後、話し始めた。

He started talking after a moment of silence.

2

契約が成立した刹那、会場は拍手に包まれた。

The moment the contract was finalized, the venue was filled with applause.

3

刹那的な快楽に溺れてはいけないよ。

You shouldn't indulge in fleeting pleasures.

Famille de mots

Nom
刹那
Adverbe
刹那に
Adjectif
刹那的な
Apparenté
刹那主義
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Set-Soon-Ah'—the sun will SET SOON, AH, what a fleeting moment!

Quiz rapide

彼は___の判断で、事故を回避した。

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : 刹那

Exemples

1

彼は刹那の沈黙の後、話し始めた。

everyday

He started talking after a moment of silence.

2

契約が成立した刹那、会場は拍手に包まれた。

formal

The moment the contract was finalized, the venue was filled with applause.

3

刹那的な快楽に溺れてはいけないよ。

informal

You shouldn't indulge in fleeting pleasures.

4

刹那の概念は、仏教哲学において重要な役割を果たす。

academic

The concept of 'setsuna' plays an important role in Buddhist philosophy.

5

刹那の好機を逃さないことがビジネスでは重要だ。

business

In business, it is important not to miss a fleeting opportunity.

Famille de mots

Nom
刹那
Adverbe
刹那に
Adjectif
刹那的な
Apparenté
刹那主義

Collocations courantes

刹那の間に in an instant
刹那的な生き方 a transient/ephemeral way of life
刹那主義 epicureanism; living for the moment
刹那の輝き a momentary glow/brilliance
その刹那 at that very moment

Phrases Courantes

刹那を生きる

To live for the moment

刹那の夢

A fleeting dream

刹那の快楽

Momentary pleasure

Souvent confondu avec

刹那 vs 瞬間

'Shunkan' is used for any neutral 'instant,' whereas 'Setsuna' implies a more literary, dramatic, or philosophical fleetingness.

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Notes d'usage

It is primarily used in literature, song lyrics, or philosophical discussions to emphasize the ephemeral nature of time or life.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use this in casual conversation where 'shunkan' (moment) or 'chotto' (a second) would be more appropriate.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Set-Soon-Ah'—the sun will SET SOON, AH, what a fleeting moment!

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'kṣaṇa,' which traveled through Buddhist scriptures to Japan to denote the shortest unit of time.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as a noun followed by 'の' to modify another noun (刹那の光). Used as a 'na-adjective' with '的な' (刹那的な).
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Contexte culturel

Deeply tied to the Japanese aesthetic of 'Mono no aware' and the Buddhist concept of impermanence (Mujo).

Quiz rapide

彼は___の判断で、事故を回避した。

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : 刹那

Mots lis

協力

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Cooperation or collaboration where two or more people combine their efforts to achieve a common goal. It is used in both personal and professional settings to describe working together as a team or providing assistance.

提案

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A suggestion or proposal of a plan or idea for others to consider. It is used in both casual conversations and professional meetings to introduce a potential course of action.

輸出

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The act of sending goods or services produced in one country to another country for sale or trade. In Japanese, it functions as a noun and a suru-verb, representing the 'exit' of products from a domestic market.

輸入

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The act of bringing goods, services, or materials into a country from abroad for sale or use. In Japanese, it functions as a noun or can be combined with 'suru' to become a verb meaning 'to import'.

資源

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Shigen refers to valuable materials or assets, such as natural minerals, energy sources, or human talent, that can be used for production or survival. It is widely used in economics, environmental science, and daily life to describe both raw materials and abstract wealth.

保護

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The act of keeping someone or something safe from harm, damage, or loss by providing care or creating boundaries. It is a versatile term in Japanese used for social welfare, environmental conservation, and digital security.

観察

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Observation is the act of watching someone or something carefully in order to gain information or understand a process. It is frequently used in scientific studies, nature analysis, and describing the act of paying close attention to details.

競争

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Kyousou refers to the act of competing or vying with others to achieve a goal, win a prize, or establish superiority. It is a versatile term used in sports, business, and academics to describe both structured contests and general rivalry.

拡大

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The act of making something larger in size, scale, or scope. It is frequently used for physical enlargement (like a photo) or abstract growth (like a business or a problem).

製造

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The process of making or producing goods, typically on a large scale using machinery. It refers specifically to industrial manufacturing rather than making things by hand on a small scale.

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