大年

This is the 7975th most frequent Japanese word.


大年

"大年" (おおどし, Ōtoshi): Great year or a significant year, often referring to an auspicious or important time.


Here, '大年' refers to a specific grand annual event or day, emphasizing its importance.

私たちは彼の成功を祝うために大年の日に集まりました。

We gathered on the big annual event day to celebrate his success.


In this sentence, '大年' indicates a year of abundant harvest, showing its contextual link to agriculture and productivity.

農家は大年の収穫を期待して準備を整えます。

Farmers prepare in anticipation of a bountiful harvest year.


In this sentence, '大年' is used metaphorically to denote an important and impactful year in one's perspective.

今年は大年になる予感があります。

This year feels like it's going to be a significant year.