生け贄
ikegai
Translations
1.
sacrifice
2.
offering
Notes
The term '生け贄' often refers to a ritualistic or ceremonial offering, typically in historical or religious contexts. It can also imply a metaphorical sacrifice in modern usage.
Tags
#sacrifice
#ceremony
#tradition
Examples
彼は村のために生け贄となった。
Kare wa mura no tame ni ikegai to natta.
He became a sacrifice for the village.
生け贄を捧げる儀式が行われた。
Ikegai o sasageru gishiki ga okonawareta.
A ceremony to offer a sacrifice was held.