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VocabJLPT N2

lotus

Noun

Definitions

1. sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)
2. Indian lotus
3. rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus)
4. Nelumbo nucifera

A noun referring to the lotus plant, a water flower that is deeply symbolic in Buddhism and Asian culture. It is admired for blooming beautifully despite growing in muddy water, and is also a common name for people and places in Japan.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even if you fail, just bloom again like a lotus.

Sentence 2

A child tilted their head and asked, "Do lotuses have a smell?"

Sentence 3

Look — there's a single lotus blooming way out in the pond!

Sentence 4

My brother complained, "The lotus pond is full of bugs."

Sentence 5

I'm planning to go see the lotus flowers this weekend — hope it doesn't rain.