French translation of harikari is 
harikari

Meaning of "harikari" in English

"Harikari" refers to a form of Japanese ritual suicide by disembowelment, traditionally associated with samurai who sought to restore honor. Also known as "seppuku," this act was once a method of personal redemption and was performed voluntarily to avoid dishonor or atone for a failure. It is a significant cultural concept in Japan and is often depicted in literature and film. Over time, the term has been misunderstood or misused in other contexts, leading to its colloquial use to describe any kind of self-destructive behavior.

Meaning of "harikari" in French

In French, "harikari" similarly refers to a ritual form of suicide known as "seppuku" in Japan. It involves self-disembowelment and was traditionally practiced by samurai warriors to regain honor lost through defeat or perceived disgrace. The ritual was governed by strict protocols and seen as a noble act of courage and resolve. In modern usage, the word "harikari" in French might also be employed metaphorically to describe actions that lead to one's downfall or failure, often done voluntarily or with a sense of unavoidable duty.

Pronunciation of "harikari" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [hɑrɪˈkɑri].

Pronunciation Variations: English speakers might pronounce it as "hah-ree-kah-ree," with emphasis on different syllables depending on regional accents. The pronunciation may also be anglicized, deviating from the original Japanese nuances.

Pronunciation of "harikari" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [aʁi.kaʁi].

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "harikari" is typically pronounced with a more nasal sound inherent to the French language, where the "h" may be silent. Regional accents could influence the clarity of the "k" and the resonance of the "i" sounds.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Practicing harikari was seen as a way to die with honor. (Pratiquer le harikari était considéré comme une façon de mourir avec honneur.)
2. The samurai committed harikari after his defeat. (Le samouraï a commis le harikari après sa défaite.)
3. Many stories about harikari are found in Japanese history. (De nombreuses histoires sur le harikari se trouvent dans l'histoire japonaise.)
4. Harikari was a ritual with specific procedures and etiquette. (Le harikari était un rituel avec des procédures et une étiquette spécifiques.)
5. The concept of harikari is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. (Le concept de harikari est profondément ancré dans la culture japonaise.)
6. In literature, harikari often symbolizes ultimate sacrifice. (En littérature, le harikari symbolise souvent le sacrifice ultime.)
7. The movie depicted harikari in a dramatic scene. (Le film a représenté le harikari dans une scène dramatique.)
8. His actions seemed like metaphorical harikari. (Ses actions semblaient être un harikari métaphorique.)
9. The term harikari is often misunderstood in Western contexts. (Le terme harikari est souvent mal compris dans les contextes occidentaux.)
10. He studied the historical context of harikari for his thesis. (Il a étudié le contexte historique du harikari pour sa thèse.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "harikari" in English

Synonyms: seppuku.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: suicide, self-destruction.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "harikari" in French

Synonyms: seppuku.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: suicide, destruction de soi.

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