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千載一遇

せんざいいちぐう

N1once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

Examples

海外で学べる千載一遇の機会を逃したくない。

彼はこの出会いを千載一遇の好機だと考えた。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: Written 千載一遇 and read せんざいいちぐう, it is a four-character expression for an exceptionally rare and valuable opportunity.
  • Basic usage: It describes a chance to study abroad and a meeting regarded as uniquely fortunate.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Strong emphasis on rarity
    • It is more than a good opportunity; it presents the chance as one that may never return.

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