大吉

This is the 7970th most frequent Japanese word.


大吉

"Great fortune" or "excellent luck."


In this sentence, '大吉' is used to indicate a day of outstanding luck or fortune, commonly associated with auspicious occasions in Japan.

今日は大吉の日ですよ。

Today is a day of great fortune.


In this case, '大吉' is used as a proper noun, serving as the name of a pet, combining its meaning of great fortune with a personalized touch.

大吉という名前の猫を飼っています。

I have a cat named 'Daikichi'.


Here, '大吉' refers to the best possible result one can get on an omikuji (a traditional Japanese fortune slip), expressing joy and expectation.

おみくじで大吉が出ました!

I got 'Great Fortune' in my fortune slip!