VocabJLPT N1
longevity
NounPrenominal

Definitions

  1. 1. long life
  2. 2. longevity
  3. 3. long-lived
  4. 4. Longevity
Means a long life or longevity. It is often used as a celebratory expression or when discussing factors that contribute to living a long, healthy life.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The board discussed talent strategy in response to an aging, longer-living population.

Sentence 2

I wonder if keeping up my morning walks will help me live longer?

Sentence 3

Dessert after dinner is the enemy of a long life, right?

Sentence 4

Cut back on the drinking once in a while — it's for your health!

Sentence 5

"Are you nervous about the longevity celebration?" my friend asked.