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VocabJLPT N3

absence

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

1. absence
2. being away from home
3. house-sitting
4. neglecting (e.g. one's studies)

This noun refers to someone being away from home or being absent from a place they are responsible for. It is commonly used when explaining that no one is home or when asking someone to look after a place in one's absence.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, if I go now, you think they'll be out?

Sentence 2

"I'm planning to be out today," my brother said.

Sentence 3

He's probably not home — his car's not there.

Sentence 4

All I got back was "I'm not home right now," and it left me feeling a little lonely.

Sentence 5

Seriously, not home again?! I can never catch you!