VocabJLPT N3
case
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. case (container)
  2. 2. case (instance, situation)
  3. 3. case
This word refers to a "case" or "instance" of something, often used when discussing a specific situation or example. It is also used to mean a physical container or box for storing items. Borrowed from English, it appears frequently in both everyday and formal contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why did you bring such a huge case?

Sentence 2

I'm pretty sure I already threw that case out.

Sentence 3

Before the trip, I sorted my medicine into a small case.

Sentence 4

Wait — I don't remember opening the case?

Sentence 5

I did it again — I left my case at home!