富貴
also: ふっき
Meanings
1
wealth and rank; riches and honors
Refers to the combination of material wealth and high social standing; often used in formal or literary contexts.
He lived a life of extreme wealth and rank.
Though born into a wealthy and high-ranking family, he lived simply.
Usage patterns
- 富貴を求めるto seek wealth and rank
He worked hard from a young age seeking wealth and status.
- 富貴になるto become wealthy and of high rank
He succeeded in business and became wealthy and honored.
- 富貴の身a person of wealth and high status
She was born into a life of wealth and rank.
Expressions
- 富貴浮雲riches and honors are fleeting