N3
ろうじん (rōjin)
老人
elderly person; senior citizen
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a person who is old. While a polite term, it can sometimes be perceived as slightly formal. 高齢者 (kōreisha) is another common term, especially in formal contexts, and is often preferred in official documents.
📝 Example Sentences
その老人はいつも公園のベンチで本を読んでいます。
That elderly person is always reading a book on a park bench.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "老人"!
バスの中では、_______に席を譲りましょう。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: バスでは「お年寄り（老人）」に席を譲るのがマナーです。
English: It is good manners to offer your seat to an 'elderly person' (rōjin) on the bus.
English: It is good manners to offer your seat to an 'elderly person' (rōjin) on the bus.
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