VocabJLPT N3
application
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. application
  2. 2. request
Means "application" or "petition," referring to the formal process of requesting something from an authority or institution. It is used when applying for permits, visas, benefits, or official documents. As a verb, 申請する means "to apply for" or "to submit a request."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I already submitted the application for that thing, but I haven't heard back — what's going on?

Sentence 2

Don't just tell me to go file an application like it's that simple.

Sentence 3

Wait, where exactly is the application number written?

Sentence 4

He said he'd "submit the application once the documents are ready."

Sentence 5

As a company, we are considering applying for the subsidy.