also: ごうりん
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
descent of a god; advent; epiphany
Primarily used for a deity or divine being descending to earth. Can also refer to a moment of revelation or epiphany.
神が地上に降臨したと伝えられている。
It is said that a god descended to earth.
その瞬間、彼にアイデア
At that moment, an idea came to him like an epiphany.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
arrival of an important person; appearance
Honorific term for the arrival or appearance of a highly respected person, such as a dignitary or VIP.
社長が式典に降臨された。
The company president graced the ceremony with his presence.