word
Japanese
shokunin
shoh-KOO-nin
ʃoʊˈkuːnɪnListen
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Syllable breakdown
shokunin
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Dictionary meaning
A Japanese artisan or craftsperson who strives for perfection in their work through decades of dedicated practice.
History and origin
Japanese — 'shoku' (work, occupation) + 'nin' (person).
Examples
- The sushi master Jiro Ono embodies the shokunin spirit — 80 years dedicated to perfecting a single craft.
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