身分

みぶん

position, status

Also:identity, one's circumstances

What does 身分 mean?

身分 is a Japanese noun meaning position, status in English. It can also be translated as identity, one's circumstances depending on context. It is written as 身分 in kanji, みぶん in hiragana, and mibun in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N2 vocabulary.

Example sentences

彼は身分の高い人です。

He is a man of high social status.

支配人はドアを開いて身分を名乗った。

The manager opened the door and identified himself.

身分相応に暮らせ。

Cut your coat according to your cloth.