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狭き門 せまきもん semakimon

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  1. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)noun (common) (futsuumeishi) the strait gate (in the Bible); the narrow gate
  2. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)noun (common) (futsuumeishi) high barrier (to enter a highly competitive school, company, etc.); difficult hurdle; difficulty; obstacle

Kanji in this word

cramped, narrow, contract
gate, counter, for

Example sentences

狭き門より入れ。
semaki mon yori ire 。
Enter by the narrow gate.

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