How to say 'Same surname' in Japanese | 同姓

word

Meaning

Same surname

Reading

Kanji

同Same 姓Surname, Family name

Explanation

The Japanese noun '同姓 (どうせい)' refers to having the same surname or family name. It is often used in contexts where people share the same last name, whether by coincidence or through marriage. For example: They have the same surname「彼らは同姓です」(かれらはどうせいです). In Japan, it is common for married couples to share the same surname, so this term is relevant in discussions about family or legal matters. Another example: Many people in this village have the same surname「この村の多くの人が同姓です」(このむらのおおくのひとがどうせいです).

Part Of Speech

noun

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Frequency

7347

Composition

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