命


This kanji means command, fate, or life.

on readings:
  • mei
  • myō
kun readings:
  • inochi
examples:
命 inochi life
命懸け inochigake risking one's life
一生懸命 isshōkenmei as hard as one can
救命ボート kyūmei bōto lifeboat
任命 ninmei appointment, nomination
生命 seimei life
生命保険 seimeihoken life insurance
使命 shimei mission, errand
短命 tanmei a short life
運命 unmei fate

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Last Alteration Performed: 10 January 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.