This is the 4440th most frequent Japanese word.

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"壽" means "longevity" or "long life" in English.


In this sentence, '壽司'(sushi)is used as a noun referring to the traditional Japanese dish commonly known internationally, demonstrating its usage as part of the name for a type of cuisine.

壽司は日本料理の一つです。

Sushi is one of the Japanese cuisines.


Here, '壽命'(lifespan)utilizes '壽' to indicate the concept of longevity or lifespan when combined with '命'(life).

壽命は人間によって異なります。

Life expectancy varies among individuals.


The term '祝壽'(celebrating long life)applies '壽' to denote longevity in cultural and ceremonial contexts.

祝壽は日本の伝統的な習慣です。

Celebrating longevity is a traditional custom in Japan.