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VocabJLPT N2

three

NumericNoun

Definitions

1. three
2. three years of age

This is the native Japanese counter word for the number three when counting general objects. It belongs to the native Japanese number system and is used for counting small, countable things without a specific counter word.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Three umbrellas had fallen over by the entrance — the wind was strong.

Sentence 2

Then let's narrow it down to three criteria before buying.

Sentence 3

Why do we need three different keys? What a pain!

Sentence 4

I'll be raising three things to confirm, so please listen carefully.

Sentence 5

There are only three eggs left in the fridge.