VocabJLPT N3
essential
な-Adjectiveの-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. essential
  2. 2. important
A na-adjective meaning crucial, essential, or most important. It is used to emphasize that something is the key point or the critical element in a situation. For example, you might say the most important thing is effort.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

So in conclusion, safety is what matters most.

Sentence 2

Above all, the key is putting yourself in the other person's shoes.

Sentence 3

Either way is fine, but what really matters is seeing it through to the end.

Sentence 4

The whole point is having the right attitude to listen in the first place.

Sentence 5

To prevent miscommunication, developing a habit of double-checking is essential.