希世 (きせい) Japanese meaning | KotomoraFreq.FrequencyTop 100,000 Meanings
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noun
rare; uncommon
Literary or formal noun meaning rarity or something uncommon. Not used in everyday conversation; more often seen in written or elevated contexts.
rare, phenomenal, dilute (acid)
Similar words
- 珍しい
Common adjective for 'rare' or 'unusual' in everyday speech. 希世 is a formal, literary noun.
- まれ
Common na-adjective/noun for 'rare'. 希世 is more formal and less frequent.
Etymology
Compound of 希/稀 (rare) and 世 (world/generation), literally 'rare in the world'. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.
