century; one century
Refers to a period of 100 years, often used in historical contexts or to specify a particular century (e.g., 20世紀).
This building was built over a century ago.
One century is equivalent to one hundred years.
Standard kanji spelling for 'one century'.
Numerical variant, common in dates and timelines.
Compound of 一 (いち, 'one') + 世紀 (せいき, 'century'), with the reading いち changing to いっ before せ due to regular sound change.