JLPT N5 Beginner
先生
Teacher, doctor, or respectful title for an expert
Readings
1 Noun
Teacher, Doctor, or Expert
Designates individuals in professions requiring advanced knowledge, such as educators, doctors, lawyers, and politicians.
Example
かぜ を ひいた ので 、 先生 に 診て もらい ました 。
I caught a cold, so I had the doctor examine me.
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2 Noun, Suffix
As a Title (like 'Dr.' or 'Professor')
Functions as a respectful honorific suffix or standalone form of address for mentors and authority figures.
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