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VocabJLPT N2

central

PrefixSuffixCounter

Definitions

1. central
2. main
3. just (done)
4. counter for consecutive losses

Used as a suffix or standalone noun indicating something was just completed or is in a freshly done state. It often appears in compound expressions to mean something was recently made or erected, like a newly built structure.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Nothing beats fresh-baked bread," she said.

Sentence 2

"Careful — it just came out, so it's hot," I was warned.

Sentence 3

"Freshly made is always best," he said.

Sentence 4

"Here, I just brewed this tea," they said, setting it in front of me.

Sentence 5

I thought to myself how clean a brand-new house looks.