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VocabJLPT N2

figure of a person

Noun

Definitions

1. figure of a person
2. figures of people
3. shadow of a person

This noun refers to the silhouette or shadowy figure of a person, especially one seen at a distance or in dim light. It often carries a slightly mysterious or atmospheric nuance, suggesting someone barely visible in the dark or shadows.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A station this quiet with no one around — it feels like another world.

Sentence 2

The security footage only shows a figure, making identification difficult.

Sentence 3

A silhouette appeared through the fog — it looked like something out of a movie!

Sentence 4

There was a figure in the park late at night — it honestly scared me!

Sentence 5

No, that figure was definitely watching us — I'm sure of it!