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VocabJLPT N3

means

Noun

Definitions

1. means
2. way

This noun means "means" or "method," referring to a way or tool used to achieve a goal or accomplish something. It often appears in discussions about whether the methods used to reach an end are appropriate or justified.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It started raining out of nowhere and I had no way to get home.

Sentence 2

Is that really the only option you have left?

Sentence 3

Here, the means can sometimes overshadow the goal.

Sentence 4

The trains stopped, so I'm finding another way home.

Sentence 5

It's supposed to rain tomorrow, so I'll think about how to get around.