VocabJLPT N3
victory or defeat
NounSuru VerbIntransitive VerbPlace

Definitions

  1. 1. victory or defeat
  2. 2. match
  3. 3. Shoubu
This noun refers to a contest, match, or bout where a winner and loser are determined. It carries a sense of decisive competition and is used in sports, games, and even figurative situations like a business competition.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"This company competes on technology," the president said.

Sentence 2

Even if I lose, I'll never forget today's match.

Sentence 3

I'm probably fighting my own weaknesses again today.

Sentence 4

Hey, why don't we settle this right here, right now?

Sentence 5

"It's risky to go all in on that proposal," my senior said.