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Meanings
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na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
immortal; undying; indestructible
Describes something that cannot die, be destroyed, or fade away. Used for abstract concepts such as fame, spirit, or legacy, as well as mythical beings. Often appears in the phrase 不滅の.
His achievements became immortal.
Some people believe in an immortal soul.
Usage patterns
- 不滅の〈物〉an undying/eternal ~ (fame, record, spirit, etc.)
He left behind an undying record in the world of sports.
- 〈人〉の魂は不滅だsomeone's spirit/soul is immortal
Many people believe that his spirit is immortal.
- 不滅の名声を得るto achieve undying fame
The composer achieved undying fame.