栄はえ

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Common wordFreq.FrequencyTop 20,000

Meanings

noun

Refers to a state of brilliance, prosperity, or distinction, often in a formal or literary context. Can describe personal honor, national glory, or the splendor of a scene.

彼かれは国くにの栄はえのために尽つくした。
He devoted himself to the glory of his country.
この庭てい園えんは秋あきの栄はえを見みせている。
This garden shows the splendor of autumn.

Written forms

栄はえUsage82%
Standard kanji spelling; the most common written form for this word.
映はえUsage18%
Alternate kanji spelling, often used in contexts of visual brilliance or attractiveness (e.g., 映える).

Kanji

栄flourish, prosperity, honor
映reflect, reflection, projection

Similar words

栄えい光こう
栄光 is a more common and direct word for 'glory', often used in modern contexts. 栄え is slightly more literary and can imply a broader sense of flourishing or splendor.
映はえる
映える is a verb meaning 'to look attractive' or 'to shine', often used in casual contexts (e.g., Instagram). 栄え is the noun form and is more formal.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 栄える (はえる, 'to flourish, prosper'). The noun form 栄え nominalizes the state of flourishing or being glorious.