“Lowest rank” in Japanese
Short answer
Lowest rank in Japanese is “初段” (shodan). Full meaning: first rank in the senior class (in martial arts, go, etc.), lowest rank, one dan.
Other ways to say “Lowest rank” in Japanese
末席
basseki lowest seat, foot of the table, seat furthest from the seat of honour; lowest rank, bottom (e.g. of the class)
最下位
saikai last place, lowest position, lowest rank; least significant (bit), lowest order
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