A1 Proverb Formal

一期一会

ichigo ichie

Once in a lifetime encounter

Meaning

Treasure every meeting, for it will never recur. Emphasizes the uniqueness of each moment.

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Cultural Background

The phrase is the foundation of the tea ceremony, where every bowl of tea is prepared with full heart. It influences how staff treat customers, ensuring every interaction is memorable. Travelers often use this to describe the people they meet on the road.

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Calligraphy

You will often see this written in beautiful brush strokes in traditional Japanese homes.

Meaning

Treasure every meeting, for it will never recur. Emphasizes the uniqueness of each moment.

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Calligraphy

You will often see this written in beautiful brush strokes in traditional Japanese homes.

Test Yourself

When is it appropriate to use '一期一会'?

Which situation is best?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: A

It is used for significant, unique meetings.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
When is it appropriate to use '一期一会'? Choose A1

Which situation is best?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: A

It is used for significant, unique meetings.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only if it is a very special, rare meeting.

Related Phrases

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袖振り合うも多生の縁

similar

Even a chance encounter is determined by past lives.

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