Translation and Meaning of: 未婚 - mikon

The word 「未婚」 (mikon) is a combination of two kanji: 「未」 which means "not" or "not yet," and 「婚」 which means "marriage" or "to marry." Thus, the joining of these kanji conveys the idea of "unmarried" or "not yet married." This expression is commonly used to describe the marital status of a person who has not entered into marriage. The combination of the radicals within these kanji suggests the absence of a formalized union, something that in various cultures around the world still carries important and varied meanings.

Like many words in Japanese, 「未婚」 has its roots in the history and culture of the country. Traditionally, marriage was seen as a fundamental stage in the life of a Japanese person, establishing not only a romantic bond but also a social and economic arrangement. The expression 「未婚」, therefore, goes beyond a simple civil status; it implies cultural aspects of expectation and social role. In contemporary Japanese society, however, there is a growing acceptance of the choice to remain single, reflecting changes in values and lifestyles.

In the modern context, the term 「未婚」 is also part of broader social and economic discussions. The rise of the unmarried population in Japan has raised questions about the economy, demographic factors, and public policies. After all, someone who identifies as 「未婚」 may do so due to personal choice or external circumstances. Over the years, public perception of 「未婚」 has come to include a wider range of personal experiences, from those focused on their careers to those who prioritize other forms of relationships or independent living.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 独身 (dokushin) - State of being single; not married.
• 未婚者 (mikonsha) - Person who is not married; state of not having a spouse.
• 未婚の (mikonnno) - Refers to something that belongs to someone who is not married; used as an adjective.
• 未婚の人 (mikonnno hito) - Single person; synonym of 未婚者, with emphasis on the individual.
• 未婚男女 (mikondanjyo) - Unmarried men and women; refers to the group of single people.

未婚

Romaji: mikon
Kana: みこん
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n1

Translation / Meaning: solteiro

Meaning in English: unmarried

Definition: Solteiro.

Example Sentences - (未婚) mikon

See below some example sentences:

未婚は自由だ。

Mikon wa jiyuu da

Being single is freedom.

Being single is free.

• 未婚 - means "single" or "unmarried".
• は - topic particle, which indicates the subject of the sentence.
• 自由 - means "freedom".
• だ - Verb "to be" in the present tense.