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Ben
Ben- Gender:Male
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:べん - :ベン
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Benchan(べんちゃん)
Benkun(べんくん)Bentan(べんたん)
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Kanji Names & Meanings - 3 variations
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Ben," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
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勉- Ben -
勉 means "encourage."
To Fulfill A Duty Or Obligation - This means to do something that is expected of you, such as a job or task.
To Strive Or Work Hard - This means to put in effort and dedication to achieve a goal.
To Encourage Or Motivate - This means to give someone the support and motivation they need to succeed.
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Duty - This means that the baby will be expected to fulfill their obligations and responsibilities in life.
Dedication - This means that the baby will be dedicated to their goals and will strive to achieve them.
Motivation - This means that the baby will be encouraged and motivated to reach their full potential.
冕- Ben -
冕 means "."
Real Persons
The list contains people mentioned in Wikipedia. All JP links are in Japanese only. Sorry!
- 橋本 勉 Japanese politician (1953- )
JP - 堀 勉 Japanese actor (1953- ) JP
- 高良 勉 Japanese poet (1949- ) JP
- 湯沢 勉 Japanese actor (1948- ) JP
- 木村 べん Japanese illustrator (1947-2003) EN JP
- 中村 勉 Japanese architect (1946- ) JP
- 木村 勉 Japanese politician (1939- ) EN JP
- 佐々木 勉 Japanese singer-songwriter (1938-1985) JP
- 和田 勉 Japanese television director (1930-2011) EN JP
- 八木 冕 Japanese psychologist (1915-1988) JP
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Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
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Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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