Translation and Meaning of: 未 - hitsuji

The Japanese word 「未」 (romaji: hitsuji) is one of the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac, known as the zodiac of the ram or sheep. This symbol not only represents a sign but is also associated with one of the cardinal directions in the traditional Chinese calendar, playing a significant role in Asian culture. 「未」 is the eighth sign in the animal cycle and is related to attributes such as kindness, compassion, and tranquility.

In the etymology of the kanji 「未」, the main radical that composes this character is related to the concept of "not yet" or "incomplete." Historically, this kanji is interpreted as the image of a growing tree, still immature, which symbolically connects to the idea of development and potential yet to be realized. Over the centuries, the use of this kanji has extended to represent the sign of the sheep, whose characteristics were seen as symbolically aligned with a state of calm and the promise of new beginnings.

Although the reading of 「未」 in general contexts is "mi," when related to the zodiac, it is pronounced "hitsuji." The reason for this reading associated with the sheep is partly influenced by the Chinese astrological system, where each sign is also connected to natural elements and seasons. The sheep relates to summer and is seen as a time of growth and preparation for the harvest. These associations lead to a broader concept of harmony and potential in the life cycle.

The cultural importance of 「未」 and its representation in the calendar are widely recognized, especially during celebrations and annual horoscopes in Asian culture. The influence of the sheep sign is often contemplated in personal decisions and event planning, given its association with patience and serenity. Furthermore, in traditional Chinese philosophy, the sign of 「未」 carries lessons of adaptability and acceptance, promoting a more generous and compassionate approach in everyday life.

Vocabulary

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Synonyms and similar words

• 未来 (Mirai) - Future; what is to come.
• 未知 (Michi) - Unknown; something that is not known.
• 未定 (Mitei) - Undefined; that has not yet been decided.
• 未満 (Miman) - Less than; did not reach a certain level.
• 未成年 (Miseinen) - Minor; has not reached adulthood.
• 未熟 (Mijuku) - Inexperienced; not fully developed.
• 未開発 (Mikaihatsu) - Undeveloped; areas or regions that have not yet been developed.
• 未払い (Miharai) - Not paid; pending payment.

未

Romaji: hitsuji
Kana: ひつじ
Type: noun
L: -

Translation / Meaning: Eighth sign of the Chinese zodiac (RAM 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. June south-southwest)

Meaning in English: eighth sign of Chinese zodiac (The Ram 1pm-3pm south-southwest June)

Definition: About the future. future events. An event that may occur in the future.

Example Sentences - (未) hitsuji

See below some example sentences:

児童は未来の希望です。

Jidou wa mirai no kibou desu

Children are the hope of the future.

Children are hope for the future.

• 児童 - kids
• は - Topic particle
• 未来 - Future
• の - Possessive particle
• 希望 - hope
• です - Verb to be/estar in the present

この領域にはまだ未知のことがたくさんある。

Kono ryōiki ni wa mada michi no koto ga takusan aru

There are still many unknown things in this domain.

There are still many unknown things in this area.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this" or "this here"
• 領域 - noun meaning "area", "domain" or "field"
• に - particle that indicates the action of "in" or "to"
• はまだ - adverb that means "still" or "for now"
• 未知 - Noun meaning "unknown" or "ignored".
• の - particle that indicates possession or belonging
• こと - noun that means "thing", "fact", or "event"
• が - Particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
• たくさん - adverb meaning "very" or "many"
• ある - verb meaning "to exist" or "to be present"

この町は栄える未来を持っています。

Kono machi wa sakae ru mirai wo motte imasu

This city has a prosperous future.

• この町 - this city
• は - Topic particle
• 栄える - Prosperar, florescer
• 未来 - future
• を - direct object particle
• 持っています - Land, possess

共に歩む未来を目指そう。

Tomoni ayumu mirai wo mezasou

Let's seek together a future to walk.

Point to the future where you walk together.

• 共に - together
• 歩む - walking, moving forward
• 未来 - future
• を - object particle
• 目指そう - let's strive to achieve

少年は未来の希望だ。

Shounen wa mirai no kibou da

Young people are the hope for the future.

The boy is the hope of the future.

• 少年 (shounen) - a young
• は (wa) - Topic particle
• 未来 (mirai) - future
• の (no) - Possessive particle
• 希望 (kibou) - hope
• だ (da) - verb to be"

政策は国の未来を決める重要な要素です。

Seisaku wa kuni no mirai o kimeru juuyou na youso desu

Politics is an important element that decides the country's future.

Politics is an important factor in determining the country's future.

• 政策 (seisaku) - Policy
• は (wa) - Topic particle
• 国 (kuni) - Country
• の (no) - Possessive particle
• 未来 (mirai) - Future
• を (wo) - Direct object particle
• 決める (kimeru) - Decide
• 重要な (juuyou na) - Important
• 要素 (yousou) - Element
• です (desu) - polite way of being

新しい未来を迎える。

Atarashii mirai wo mukaeru

Receive a new future.

A new future.

• 新しい (Atarashii) - new
• 未来 (Mirai) - future
• を (wo) - direct object particle
• 迎える (Mukaeru) - receber, acolher

明きな未来を信じている。

Akaki na mirai wo shinjite iru

I believe in a bright future.

I believe in the clear future.

• 明き - "Adjective that means 'bright' or 'clear'"
• な - particle that indicates the absence of something or the negation of an action
• 未来 - noun meaning "future"
• を - particle that indicates the direct object of a sentence
• 信じている - verb meaning "to believe" conjugated in the present continuous tense

明るい未来を信じよう。

Akarui mirai o shinjiyou

Believe in a bright future.

• 明るい - bright, illuminated
• 未来 - future
• を - direct object particle
• 信じよう - believe, have faith

未だ成し遂げたことがない。

Mada nashi togeta koto ga nai

I still haven't been able to accomplish this.

I never got it.

• 未だ - not yet
• 成し遂げた - achieved
• ことが - Thing that
• ない - does not exist