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VocabJLPT N2

the latter

Noun

Definitions

1. the latter
2. the second
3. successor

Means "the latter," used to refer to the second of two previously mentioned people or things. It is the counterpart to 前者 (the former) and is common in formal writing and structured arguments.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Which is more efficient, manual processing or automation? The latter?

Sentence 2

There are two ways to handle the accounting, and the latter follows the guidelines.

Sentence 3

So which one are you getting — the cheap one or the sturdy one? The latter?

Sentence 4

The meeting minutes record two decisions, with the latter taking priority.

Sentence 5

Between walking and biking, I'll take the latter today.