Meaning

Primary

Third Generation

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The three generation is the third generation. Depending on the context, you can sometimes use this alone to say you're third generation Japanese. Usually, though, you'll want to specify whether you're third generation Japanese or another nationality.

Reading

さんせい
  • 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

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 三世のアイデンティティー

    the identity of the third generation

    三世のほとんど

    most of the third generation

    三世の子

    third-generation children

Context Sentences

チャールズ三世がイギリスの王になりました。

Charles III has become the King of England.

わたしの父はアメリカで生まれた日本人の3世です。

My father is a third-generation Japanese born in the United States.

わたしにだって三世としてのプライドがあります。

I take pride in being the third generation.

Kanji Composition