adjective
Meiji
MAYD-zhee
Meiji (adjective) means relating to the Meiji era of Japan (1868–1912), a period of rapid modernization, or to Emperor Meiji himself. Example: “The Meiji period saw Japan transform from a feudal society into an industrial power.”
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Relating to the Meiji era of Japan (1868–1912), a period of rapid modernization, or to Emperor Meiji himself.
"The Meiji period saw Japan transform from a feudal society into an industrial power."
How to use Meiji
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes anything belonging to Japan's Meiji era of reform and modernization in the late 1800s.
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Etymology
From Japanese 明治 (meiji), meaning roughly "enlightened rule."
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What does “Meiji” mean?
The word “Meiji” means relating to the Meiji era of Japan (1868–1912), a period of rapid modernization, or to Emperor Meiji himself. In plain terms, describes anything belonging to Japan's Meiji era of reform and modernization in the late 1800s.
How do you pronounce “Meiji”?
“Meiji” is pronounced MAYD-zhee (/ˈmeɪd͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Meiji” in a sentence?
Here is “Meiji” used in a sentence: “The Meiji period saw Japan transform from a feudal society into an industrial power.”
What part of speech is “Meiji”?
“Meiji” is an adjective.
Where does the word “Meiji” come from?
The word “Meiji” comes from Japanese. From Japanese 明治 (meiji), meaning roughly "enlightened rule.".
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