N2
せいけい (seikei)
生計
livelihood, living
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to the means by which one supports oneself and one's family financially. Often used with verbs like 立てる (tateru - to earn/make a living), 営む (itonamu - to run a business/live), or 維持する (iji suru - to maintain one's livelihood).
📝 Example Sentences
彼はアルバイトで生計を立てている。
He earns a living by working part-time.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "生計"!
仕事を見つけて、自分で___を立てたい。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「自分で生計を立てる」は、自分で収入を得て生活するという意味です。
English: '自分で生計を立てる' (jibun de seikei o tateru) means to earn income and support oneself.
English: '自分で生計を立てる' (jibun de seikei o tateru) means to earn income and support oneself.
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