VocabJLPT N3
unknown
な-AdjectiveNounの-AdjectiveSuffix

Definitions

  1. 1. unclear
  2. 2. obscure
  3. 3. unknown
  4. 4. ignorance
This word means "unknown" or "unclear." It is used when something is not identified or cannot be confirmed, such as an unknown cause or unidentified person.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, it ends without knowing who did it!?

Sentence 2

The research team reported that "the effects remain unclear."

Sentence 3

We still don't know where you put the key, right?

Sentence 4

The meeting ended and it was still unclear who was responsible!

Sentence 5

I had no idea what her look meant, and it made my heart race!