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VocabJLPT N2

Yes

Noun

Definitions

1. Jesus (Christ)
2. Yes

This katakana word is used to represent an affirmative response, meaning "yes," borrowed directly from English. It is also used as the name of the central figure in Christianity, Jesus. In everyday Japanese, the English loanword sense is less common than the native Japanese words for yes, but it appears in religious contexts and in English-influenced speech.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She said, "The love of Jesus embraces weakness."

Sentence 2

I watched a nativity play at the church nearby.

Sentence 3

That movie's portrayal of Jesus is pretty bold!

Sentence 4

Last week my boss said, "Handle the paintings of Jesus with care."

Sentence 5

Additionally, we have updated the preservation plan for the Jesus statue.