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VocabJLPT N1

sharp

な-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

1. sharp (blade, image, mind, etc.)
2. sharp
3. number sign

A loanword from English meaning sharp, as in a clear, crisp, or precise quality. It is widely used in Japanese to describe clear images, keen minds, stylish appearances, or as a brand name.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Which setting makes the text the sharpest?

Sentence 2

What would make the writing sharper?

Sentence 3

The proposal has a sharp focus — that really helps.

Sentence 4

The research presentation had a sharp conclusion and was very convincing.

Sentence 5

I changed the display settings and the text got so much sharper!