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VocabJLPT N5
thing
NounSuffix

Also written as 事

Definitions

  1. 1. thing
  2. 2. matter
  3. 3. incident
  4. 4. circumstances
This noun-like word nominalizes verbs and adjectives, turning an entire clause into a concept or "thing." It is used in patterns such as expressing the fact that something happened, rules, or abstract ideas. It often appears in constructions meaning "the fact that…" or "to do…" when talking about experiences or expectations.

Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

I like eating.

Sentence 1

Do you still remember that?

Sentence 2

Don't say things like that.

Sentence 3

I have a lot to talk about today.

Sentence 4

Sometimes you need to forget things too.

Sentence 5

I decided not to say anything.