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JLPT N2

洗礼

Religious baptism or a figurative baptism by fire

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洗礼を受ける to be baptized; to get a baptism by fire
1 Noun

Baptism (Religious)

Refers to the Christian sacrament of admission into the church, symbolized by the application of water.

Example

娘 は 来月 、 教会 で 洗礼 を 受けます 。

My daughter will be baptized at the church next month.

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2 Noun

Baptism by Fire" / "Tough Initiation

Represents a harsh introduction or “baptism by fire” when entering a new and challenging environment.

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洗礼
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Religious baptism or a figurative baptism by fire
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