お天道様 (おてんとさま) Japanese meaning | KotomoraFreq.FrequencyTop 100,000 Meanings
1
noun
the sun; Sol
Personified, affectionate term for the sun, often used in everyday speech, especially by or with children. Carries a warm, familiar tone.
「
お
天道
様
、
おはよう
」
と
言
っ
た
。
The child said, 'Good morning, Mr. Sun.'
2
noun
providence; heaven; god
Extended from the sun as a divine, watchful presence. Used in expressions implying moral oversight, e.g., お天道様が見ている (the heavens are watching).
