JMdict: 1439440
天職 【てんしょく】
- [n] vocation; lifework; calling
- [n] sacred task (esp. the emperor's rule over the nation)
- [n] prostitute of the second-highest class (Edo period)
Kanji in this word:
| Kanji | Meanings | On Readings | Kun Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 天 | Heavens, Sky, Imperial | テン | あまつ, あめ, あま- |
| 職 | Post, Employment, Work | ショク, ソク |