VocabJLPT N2
circle
NounPrefixSuffix

Definitions

  1. 1. circle
  2. 2. entirety
  3. 3. money
A katakana word representing a circle shape or the concept of "correct" and "good," similar to a checkmark in Western contexts. In Japan, a circle is used on tests and forms to mark correct answers, making this word associated with correctness or approval.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

There are so many circles in the margins of the document that I'm actually worried.

Sentence 2

There was a wet ring left on the entryway floor — it startled me!

Sentence 3

I can't decide which option to circle.

Sentence 4

You don't even remember which one you circled?

Sentence 5

Do you remember the teacher saying "This one's correct"?