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VocabJLPT N2

improvement

NounSuru VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. improvement (e.g. in skill, ability)
2. advance
3. communication of opinions of the general populace to those of high rank

This noun and する-verb describes the process of getting better at a skill through practice and effort. It is frequently used when talking about improving at languages, sports, music, or other learned abilities.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

By the way, your Japanese has gotten pretty good lately, hasn't it?

Sentence 2

Just praising your staff isn't going to help them improve, is it?

Sentence 3

How much do you have to practice before you actually get better at guitar?

Sentence 4

Every time you fail, you really are getting a little bit better.

Sentence 5

Hey, why am I not getting any better even though I keep practicing?