暮らし

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 暮らし(くらし) is a noun for everyday life or one's living circumstances.
• Basic usage: It covers both becoming used to life in a place and managing daily living in relation to one's income.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Time span compared with 人生
  • 人生(じんせい) refers to a person's life as a whole or its broader course. 暮らし focuses more on concrete daily living, such as food, housing, and household routines.