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さむらい
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A warrior of the samurai class (especially retainers of daimyo in feudal Japan), historically known for carrying swords and following Bushido.

NounHistorical Term

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江戸時代の侍は城下町で重要な役割を果たしていた。

Samurai in the Edo period played important roles in castle towns.

古い文献には侍の生活や風習が詳しく記されている。

Old documents describe samurai life and customs in detail.

博物館で侍の鎧と刀を見学した。

I saw samurai armor and swords at the museum.

2

A colloquial/figurative term praising someone as strong-minded, principled, or exceptionally capable — 'a samurai-like person.'

NounColloquial

Examples

彼は嘘をつかない、まるで侍のような人だ。

He never lies; he's like a samurai.

チームのために身を挺して働く姿は、本当に侍だと思う。

His willingness to risk himself for the team truly makes me think of a samurai.

最近は『侍魂』という言葉で、才能ある選手を褒めることがある。

Lately people use the term 'samurai spirit' to praise talented players.

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