万歳

This is the 7199th most frequent Japanese word.


万歳

"万歳" (ばんざい) means "hooray," "long live," or an expression of celebration and joy.


The word 万歳 ('Banzai') is used as an exclamation to express joy or congratulations, akin to shouting 'Hooray!' during a celebration.

万歳を声に出して祝いました。

We loudly exclaimed 'Banzai!' in celebration.


Here, 万歳 is used to describe cheering for someone to praise their accomplishments, similar to a congratulatory chant.

彼の成功に万歳を送りました。

We gave Banzai cheers for his success.


In this context, 万歳 symbolizes a hope or wish for prosperity and peace, often used in formal or solemn expressions to signify good wishes.

日本の平和のために万歳を祈ります。

We pray for peace in Japan, shouting 'Banzai!'.