天命
てんめい · tenmei
God's will, heaven's decree, mandate of Heaven, fate, karma, destiny
- one's life, one's lifespan
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God's will, heaven's decree, mandate of Heaven, fate, karma, destiny. It can also mean: one's life, one's lifespan.
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てんめい (tenmei). Pitch accent: heiban — flat. Press Listen above to hear it.
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