後輩

こうはい
JLPT:N2
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1A junior — someone who joined a school, club, or workplace later than you, or who has less experience or seniority than you. The opposite of 先輩 (senpai).

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Examples

新しく入った後輩に仕事を一から教えている。

I'm teaching a newly joined junior colleague everything from scratch.

大学の後輩から相談のメールが届いた。

I received an email asking for advice from a junior at my university.

部活の後輩たちは礼儀正しくて助かる。

The younger club members are polite, which is a big help.

彼は後輩の面倒見がよく、みんなに慕われている。

He looks after his juniors well and is well liked by everyone.

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