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VocabJLPT N3

tribe

NounSuffix

Definitions

1. tribe
2. clan
3. (taxonomical) tribe
4. group (of the periodic table)

This suffix and noun means "tribe," "clan," or "group," and is attached to other words to describe a category of people who share common characteristics or behaviors. For example, it can be used to coin informal terms for groups defined by lifestyle habits or social traits.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If you read the materials first, you'll learn about that tribe's history.

Sentence 2

Why did that tribe continue living in the mountains?

Sentence 3

What stuck with me was when she said, "Our tribe hates lies."

Sentence 4

First, I'll reach out to the representatives of each tribe.

Sentence 5

Hey, how do you say "thank you" in that tribe's language?