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[せい(生)·けい(計)]
seikei
noun

English Meaning(s) for 生計

noun
  1. livelihood; living
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Meanings for each kanji in 生計

生 life; genuine; birth Kanji Details »
計 plot; plan; scheme; measure Kanji Details »

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Sample Sentences for 生計

They found it difficult to earn a living.
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He earns his living by playing the piano.
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How did he earn his daily bread?
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The poor girl made a living by selling flowers.
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He earns his bread as a writer.
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