VocabJLPT N1
statement
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. statement
  2. 2. account (of something)
Refers to a formal statement, claim, or petition submitted to an authority, such as a court or official body. It is used in legal and administrative contexts when someone officially declares or asserts something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That statement is way too emotional to be convincing!

Sentence 2

She filed a statement saying, "My reputation has been damaged."

Sentence 3

The details of the statement in this matter have been recorded in the minutes.

Sentence 4

Um, is it possible to withdraw that statement right now?

Sentence 5

If I stay silent, does that statement just become the truth?