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VocabJLPT N2

reason

Noun

Definitions

1. reason
2. significance
3. piece of information that one has heard

This somewhat formal or literary word refers to a reason, circumstance, or the details of how something came to be. It is often seen in written language or set phrases to indicate the background or cause of a situation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Please feel free to choose," they said.

Sentence 2

I asked, "Could you tell me the reason?"

Sentence 3

He chose to live life on his own terms.

Sentence 4

Regarding the recent incident, I'd like to share the cause and our response.

Sentence 5

I'm curious about the origin of this name.