VocabJLPT N3
common sense
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. common sense
  2. 2. good sense
  3. 3. Common sense
Common sense or general knowledge that most people in society are expected to know. When someone lacks this quality, others might say they are out of touch with how the world normally works.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My boss said, "Keep your proposals within reason."

Sentence 2

Isn't it just rude to drop into casual speech right away?

Sentence 3

"Questioning common sense is what research is all about," he said.

Sentence 4

Sorting your trash is standard practice here.

Sentence 5

"Common sense sure is a convenient phrase," I thought.