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VocabJLPT N4
battle
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. battle
  2. 2. war
  3. 3. fight (against time, poverty, etc.)
  4. 4. contest
This noun refers to a fight, battle, or struggle. Compared to the more classical term for war, this word feels more immediate and can describe physical fights, sports competitions, or personal struggles against hardship.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Even if you win this battle, there's something you'll lose," he said.

Sentence 2

"Even if you win this battle, you'll just end up exhausted," he said.

Sentence 3

"I'll take the lead in this fight," she said.

Sentence 4

It's true — every day is a battle against your own weaknesses!

Sentence 5

Um, was that fight actually necessary?