1.
private life; personal life
The part of a person's life that is not related to their work or public activities. Often contrasted with one's professional or public life. Composed of 私 (private) + 生活 (life).
私生活を大切にしたい。
I want to value my private life.
有名人の私生活が報道された。
The celebrity's private life was reported on.
仕事と私生活のバランスを取ることが大事だ。
It is important to maintain a balance between work and private life.
USAGE:
私生活 refers to the personal, non-public side of someone's life. It is frequently used in media contexts when discussing celebrities or public figures, and in workplace discussions about work-life balance.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 私生活を守る (to protect one's private life)
- 私生活に干渉する (to interfere in someone's private life)
- 私生活が充実している (to have a fulfilling private life)
- 仕事と私生活の両立 (balancing work and private life)