ikigai

/ee-kee-gahy/US // ˌi kiˈgaɪ //

菊花,翼龙,疋头

Definitions

n.名词 noun

1
- : one’s reason for being, which in principle is the convergence of one’s personal passions, beliefs, values, and vocation: those who follow the concept of ikigai undertake the activities of their life with willingness and a satisfying sense of meaning: The Amish may know nothing of ikigai or its roots in Japanese culture, but in many respects they adhere to its principle as a matter of tradition and routine.