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VocabJLPT N3

very young

い-Adjective

Definitions

1. very young
2. little
3. childish

This い-adjective describes someone or something that is very young or childlike in age or appearance. It is used to describe young children or to express an immature or innocent quality in a person's behavior or thinking.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"My childhood dream was to be a doctor," he said with a laugh.

Sentence 2

A little kid at the door cheerfully said, "Hello!"

Sentence 3

If your heart stays young and tender, you might just be more easily hurt.

Sentence 4

When I got home, my little brother had his homework spread out in the entryway.

Sentence 5

There I go panicking again — I'm so immature.