Frequency rank: 572.
Alsoせんせい
- teacher; instructor; master
- sensei; title or form of address for a teacher, master, doctor, lawyer, etc.honorific or respectful (sonkeigo) language
- intimate or teasing form of addressfamiliar languagejocular, humorous term
- one's elderarchaismorig. meaning
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This meaning refers to someone who teaches or imparts knowledge in a formal setting, such as a school or a workshop. It can also apply to someone who is highly skilled in a particular field and instructs others.
noun (common) (futsuumeishi); noun, used as a suffix
Generated: This usage indicates a respectful title used when addressing or referring to someone who has expertise or authority, often in professions such as teaching, medicine, or law.
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This meaning is used in a more casual or familiar context, where someone might use the term to tease or affectionately refer to someone close.
Generated: This meaning conveys a sense of respect when referring to an older person, recognizing their experience and wisdom.
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My physics teacher doesn't care if I skip classes.