百ひゃく寿じゅ

noun

centenarian; centenarianism; 100th birthday celebration

Refers to a person who has reached 100 years of age, the state of being 100, or the celebration of a 100th birthday. Often used in contexts of longevity and congratulations.

• 祖そ母ぼは来らい月げつ百ひゃく寿じゅを迎むかえます。

  My grandmother will celebrate her 100th birthday next month.

• 百ひゃく寿じゅを祝いわう会かいが開ひらかれた。

  A party was held to celebrate the centenarian's birthday.