noun
Formal or literary term for death, often used in historical or solemn contexts.
彼の辞世は静かで、家族に見守られていた。
His passing was peaceful, surrounded by family.
noun
death poem; dying words
Specifically refers to a poem or final words composed when facing death, especially in classical Japanese culture.
辞世の句を詠んで、武士は静かに息を引き取った。
The samurai composed his death poem and quietly passed away.