せいねん

misenen
Common N3 noun

Translations

1. minor
2. underage person

Notes

The term '未成年' is commonly used in legal contexts to refer to individuals who have not yet reached the age of majority. It is important in discussions about legal rights and responsibilities.

Examples

彼はまだせいねんです。

Kare wa mada misenen desu.

He is still a minor.

せいねんの飲酒は法律で禁止されています。

Misenen no inshū wa hōritsu de kinshi sareteimasu.

Underage drinking is prohibited by law.

せいねん者はこのクラブに入れません。

Misenensha wa kono kurabu ni hairemasen.

Minors are not allowed in this club.