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[せい(世)]
sei
counter, noun, used as a suffix

English Meaning(s) for 世

counter
  1. counter for generations
noun, used as a suffix
  1. epoch
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Definition and Synonyms for 世

Epoch a unit of geological time that is a subdivision of a period and is itself divided into ages
Synonyms: 世, 世, 世紀, 時代, 画期

Meanings for each kanji in 世

» generation; world; society; public

Categories 世 is a member of

Geologic Time the time of the physical formation and development of the earth (especially prior to human history)
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Sample Sentences for 世

Finally, in 1314, these games had become so violent and dangerous that King Edward II made a law.
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The reign of Philip II lasted forty years.
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Charles the First of England was guillotined.
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Charles I had his head cut off.
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George III has been unfairly maligned by historians.
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