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悟り

さとり

N1realization · enlightenment

Examples

失敗にも意味があるという悟りを得た。

僧は長い修行の末に悟りを開いたと伝えられる。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 悟り is read さとり.
  • Basic usage: It refers to a realization or to enlightenment attained through spiritual practice.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • A realization from experience
    • 悟りを得た: realizing that even failure can have meaning.
  • Enlightenment after practice
    • 悟りを開いた: a monk attaining enlightenment after long practice.

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