η₯–

JLPT N3

ancestor

Readings

On’yomi: γ‚½ (so)

Structure

Vocabulary

η₯–ε…ˆ
そせん
ancestor
η₯–ε›½
そこく
homeland
ε…ƒη₯–
γŒγ‚“γ
founder
η₯–ηˆΆ
そち
grandfather
η₯–母
そぼ
grandmother

Example Sentences

η₯–ε…ˆγ§γ™γ€‚
そせん です。
They are ancestors.
η₯–国です。
そこく です。
It is homeland.
ε…ƒη₯–です。
γŒγ‚“γ です。
It is the founder.
η₯–ηˆΆγ§γ™γ€‚
そち です。
It is grandfather.
η₯–母です。
そぼ です。
It is grandmother.

Cultural Note

⛩️ In Japanese tradition, honoring one’s ancestors (η₯–ε…ˆ) is deeply rooted in Shinto and Buddhist practices. During Obon (γŠη›†), families pay respects to their η₯–ε…ˆ by visiting graves and offering food and incense, expressing gratitude for the life and legacy passed down through generations.