三七日みなぬか

noun

21st day after death; 21st day after birth

Buddhist term for the 21st day after a person's death, when a memorial service is often held. Also used for the 21st day after a child's birth, though this usage is less common.

• 三七みなぬ日かの法ほう要ようを営いとなむ。

  Hold a memorial service on the 21st day after death.

• 三七みなぬ日かのお祝いわいをする。

  Celebrate the 21st day after birth.