棋聖
Meanings
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Kisei; great master of go or shogi
A prestigious title awarded to the winner of the Kisei tournament in go or shogi. Also used historically for exceptional players.
He won the Kisei title three times in a row.
The Kisei tournament is held for both go and shogi.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が棋聖になるfor someone to become the Kisei (title holder)
He became the Kisei at a young age.
- 棋聖のタイトルを獲得するto win the Kisei title
She won the Kisei title for the first time.
- 〈人〉が棋聖のタイトルを持つfor someone to hold the Kisei title
He has held the Kisei title for three years.