also: なななぬか · なななのか
49th day after death
In Buddhist tradition, the 49th day after a person's death, when a memorial service is often held. Also referred to as 四十九日 (しじゅうくにち).
Hold a memorial service on the 49th day after death.
There is a custom of mourning until the 49th day has passed.
We held the 49th-day memorial service for my grandfather.
Next week marks my mother's 49th day since passing.