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VocabJLPT N3

doctor

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Definitions

1. expert
2. learned person
3. doctor
4. instructor at the imperial court (ritsuryō period)

This word refers to a person who holds a doctorate degree, or more casually, it is used as a title or nickname for any expert or highly knowledgeable person. In casual or fictional contexts, it is often used to address a scientist or professor. It carries a sense of deep expertise and is sometimes used humorously.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That explanation sounded like a lecture from an expert!

Sentence 2

Is it true that an expert actually said that?

Sentence 3

I heard even experts struggle with this problem — is that true?

Sentence 4

I said, "I'm still learning — I'm no expert."

Sentence 5

"The expert's research is fascinating," the student said.