無冠
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か
ん
Meanings
1
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
uncrowned; without rank; titleless
Describes a person who holds no official title, rank, or crown; often used in historical or metaphorical contexts.
He is called the uncrowned king.
Many great players have retired without ever winning a title.
2
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
having no championship wins; receiving no major awards
Specifically used in sports or competitions to describe someone who has never won a championship or major award despite their career.
He was called the uncrowned king, but in the end he never won a championship.
Expressions
- 無冠の帝王uncrowned king; best without a title · power behind the throne; influential figure without official rank · journalist; newspaper journalist