Meaning

Primary

Limit

Alternative

Limitations

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

As you reach the limit of your world, you face your limit and confront your limitations.

This word refers to the maximum extent or limit that something can reach or endure. It conveys the idea of reaching the utmost point beyond which a situation or condition cannot be sustained.

Reading

げんかい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

その野球選手は、自分の限界を感じて引退した。

The baseball player retired when he felt that he had reached his limit.

Kanji Composition