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gap
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. gap
  2. 2. difference
  3. 3. Gap
Borrowed from English, it refers to a gap or difference between two things, such as a mismatch in expectations, values, or abilities. It is widely used in modern Japanese to describe discrepancies or mismatches in various situations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"If you're not going to close that gap, should we just break up?" she said.

Sentence 2

"If you're doing that gap on purpose, you're a genius," my brother said.

Sentence 3

The gap between the platform and the train is really wide today — that's scary!

Sentence 4

"You don't even notice the gap, do you?" my coworker said, surprised.

Sentence 5

"That gap is funny, but kind of sad too," my friend said.