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[じ(自)·でん(伝)]
jiden
noun

English Meaning(s) for 自伝

noun
  1. autobiography
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Definition and Synonyms for 自伝

Autobiography a biography of yourself
Synonyms: オートバイオグラフィー, 自伝, 自叙伝
Memoir an account of the author's personal experiences
Synonyms: 回想記, 回顧録, 自伝

Meanings for each kanji in 自伝

» oneself
» transmit; go along; walk along; follow; report; communicate; legend; tradition

Categories 自伝 is a member of

Life Story an account of the series of events making up a person's life
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Autobiography a biography of yourself
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Sample Sentences for 自伝

In his autobiography, he repeatedly refers to his unhappy school days.
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He devoted the last years of his life to writing his autobiography.
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