What does 一生 mean?
一生 is a Japanese noun meaning “whole life” or “lifetime” in English. It can also be translated as “of a lifetime” depending on context. It is written as 一生 in kanji, いっしょう in hiragana, and isshou in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
この日のことは一生忘れない。
I'll never forget this day as long as I live.
一生のお願いだから、助けて。
I'm begging you, please help me.