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peace

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. peace
2. peace sign

A katakana noun borrowed from English with two main meanings. First, it can mean "peace," often used in the phrase referring to making a V-sign with one's fingers, which is a common pose in Japanese photos. Second, it means a "piece," such as a puzzle piece or a game piece.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Let's do a peace sign for the photo," they said.

Sentence 2

"I found the last piece!" they said, overjoyed.

Sentence 3

"We're missing a piece for this game," they said, frustrated.

Sentence 4

"Peace!" she said with a big smile, holding up her fingers.

Sentence 5

"Just one more piece and it's done," they said.