文明
Meanings
1
Refers broadly to human civilization, including its material, social, and cultural aspects. Often used in historical, sociological, and everyday contexts.
My hobby is visiting ruins of ancient civilizations.
The development of civilization has had a major impact on the environment.
2
Bunmei era (1469–1487)
historical term
Historical Japanese era name. Used in historical texts and discussions of the Muromachi period.
The Ōnin War ended during the Bunmei era.
Usage patterns
- 文明が発達するfor a civilization to develop/advance
Civilization had developed in this region since ancient times.
- 文明を築くto build/establish a civilization
They built a great civilization along the riverbanks.
- 文明が滅びるfor a civilization to collapse/perish
It is said that the civilization was destroyed by a natural disaster.
- 〈場所〉の文明the civilization of a particular region
Egyptian civilization has an extremely long history.