Meaning

Primary

Victim

Alternatives

Sacrifice, Scapegoat

Word Type

noun

Explanation

Who do you sacrifice as an offering to the gods? A poor victim will be your sacrifice.

Reading

ぎせい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

だれかを犠牲にしてまで成功したいかい?

Do you want to succeed so badly that you’re willing to sacrifice someone?

Kanji Composition