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VocabJLPT N5

tree

Noun

Definitions

1. tree
2. shrub
3. wood
4. wooden clappers (signalling the beginning or end of a performance)

This word means "tree" or "wood," referring to a living tree or the material wood derived from trees. It is used both when talking about trees in nature and when referring to wood as a material. Be aware that this word sounds the same as another common word, so context is important for understanding its meaning.

Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

There's a big tree.

Sentence 1

Look, there's a cat up in that tree!

Sentence 2

That tree looks a little creepy at night.

Sentence 3

"Do you know what kind of tree that is?" he asked.

Sentence 4

How long has that tree been here?

Sentence 5

Uh, I still haven't learned the names of trees.