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VocabJLPT N2

part

Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. part
2. part-timer
3. part-time (work)

Refers to part-time work, typically used for regular but part-time employment as opposed to casual or temporary work. It is commonly used to describe jobs taken by housewives, students, or others who work fewer hours than full-time employees. It is slightly different from アルバイト, which more often refers to student part-time jobs.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The conclusion part of that argument is pretty vague, don't you think?

Sentence 2

Knowing my part is coming up next makes me so nervous.

Sentence 3

"This part always makes me cry," my friend murmured.

Sentence 4

Hey, can you explain that part one more time?

Sentence 5

For now, just try reading the introduction part.