VocabJLPT N3
master
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. master
  2. 2. expert
  3. 3. Meijin (professional title)
This noun refers to a master or expert, someone who has achieved an exceptionally high level of skill in a particular field. It is often used for traditional arts, games like shogi or go, and craftsmanship. The word carries great respect and admiration for the person's abilities.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My cat is a master at squeezing into tight spaces — it's a problem!

Sentence 2

How much practice does it take to get as good as you?

Sentence 3

I want to be the kind of person who can just laugh off their mistakes!

Sentence 4

"You're a master at looking out for others," he said, and I almost cried.

Sentence 5

The president said, "He's a master at handling crises."