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VocabJLPT N2

punishment

NounSuffix

Definitions

1. punishment
2. penalty

This noun refers to a punishment or penalty given for wrongdoing. It can be used in both formal contexts, like legal penalties, and casual ones, like a forfeit in a game.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Haven't you beaten yourself up enough already?

Sentence 2

Isn't punishing someone for such a small mistake a bit harsh?

Sentence 3

Maybe this pain is my punishment for choices I made in the past.

Sentence 4

My senpai laughed and said, "Sing a song — that's your punishment game."

Sentence 5

The president declared firmly, "There will always be consequences for misconduct."