VocabJLPT N2
success in life
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. success in life
  2. 2. getting ahead
This noun refers to advancement or success in one's career or social standing. It carries the nuance of rising through the ranks at work or gaining recognition in society.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Genuine question: is getting ahead really that important?

Sentence 2

The moment my dad got promoted, he stopped coming home.

Sentence 3

At dinner, Dad started bragging about his career success again.

Sentence 4

He just got lucky, he says — that's the only reason he moved up.

Sentence 5

Ever since that person got promoted, they don't smile anymore, have you noticed?