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名
na, mei
Description
「名」は人やものの「なまえ」のことです。
"名" means the "name" of a person or thing.
「めい」と読むときは、人の数を数えるときにも使います。
When read as "めい", "名" is also used to count people.
Meanings
名na
name
花の名を教えてください。
Please tell me the name of the flower.
名mei
counter for people
三名で予約しました。
We made a reservation for three people.
名na
reputation, fame
彼はいい仕事で名を上げた。
He made a name for himself with good work.
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Notes
- Nuance
名 alone is more formal or literary; everyday speech usually says 名前.
- Reading
read 'mei' as a counter for people (三名) and in compounds like 有名.
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