VocabJLPT N1
name change
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. name change
  2. 2. Name change
A noun and verbal noun (する verb) meaning to change one's name, whether referring to a person, company, or other entity. It is used when an official name change takes place, and you might see it in news about celebrities or businesses rebranding.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I can't believe you're changing your name now, of all times!

Sentence 2

In the quiet rain, I tucked my decision to change my name away in my heart.

Sentence 3

He only said it was a family matter that led him to change his name.

Sentence 4

The employee directory has been reissued to reflect the name change.

Sentence 5

Come on, changing your name isn't going to fix everything!