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奉献 (ほうけん) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
dedication ; offering ; consecration
Used for formally dedicating or offering something to a deity, shrine, or noble cause. Often implies a solemn, respectful act. The noun form is common, and the する verb is transitive.
生しょう
涯がい
を
教きょう
育いく
に
奉ほう
献けん
し
た
。
He dedicated his life to education.
Kanji 奉 observance, offer, present 献 offering, counter for drinks, present Similar words 捧ささ げる 捧げる is a more common, everyday verb for offering or dedicating something, while 奉献 is a formal noun/verb often used in religious or ceremonial contexts.
献けん 上じょう 献上 implies presenting something to a superior or a person of high status, whereas 奉献 is specifically for deities, shrines, or sacred causes.
Etymology Compound of 奉 (ほう, 'offer respectfully') and 献 (けん, 'offer, present'). Both kanji carry the sense of giving something with reverence.
