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VocabJLPT N1

parents

Noun

Definitions

1. father and mother
2. parents

This noun refers to both parents together, meaning one's father and mother. It is a slightly formal term often seen in written language, school documents, or official contexts rather than casual conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It feels like my parents are watching over me — it makes me stand up straight.

Sentence 2

Wait, is one of your parents here?

Sentence 3

How come my parents suddenly sound right to me now, after all this time?

Sentence 4

"There's someone I want you to meet my parents," she said.

Sentence 5

In that case, could you meet my parents once?