VocabJLPT N3
hard
い-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. hard
  2. 2. solid
  3. 3. stiff
  4. 4. strong
This い-adjective describes something that is hard, stiff, or rigid in physical texture, like a rock or tough meat. It can also describe a person who is inflexible or stubborn in personality or attitude.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why am I the only one who's so set in my ways?

Sentence 2

This meat might be tough… but I don't want to leave it.

Sentence 3

Apparently our dog's treats are really hard.

Sentence 4

I noticed in the mirror that my expression was really tense.

Sentence 5

There's no way we can break ice this hard, right?