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new life, fresh start, new lifestyle
A new phase or chapter of life, typically associated with moving, starting a new job, entering school, or getting married. Especially prominent in Japan's April season of new beginnings.
四月から新生活が始まる。
My new life begins in April.
新生活に必要なものをそろえた。
I prepared the things needed for my new life.
新生活への期待と不安が入り混じっている。
Excitement and anxiety about the new life are mixed together.
CULTURE:
In Japan, April marks the start of the fiscal and academic year. 新生活 is closely associated with this season, when many people move, start new jobs, or enter school. Stores run 新生活セール (new life sales) promoting furniture, appliances, and household goods.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 新生活を始める: to start a new life
- 新生活の準備: preparations for a new life
- 新生活セール: new-life sale
- 新生活応援: new-life support (marketing term)