VocabJLPT N4
settlement
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. settlement
  2. 2. solution
  3. 3. Resolution (music)
This noun and する-verb refers to the act of solving or resolving a problem or conflict. It is widely used in academic, professional, and everyday contexts whenever a difficult situation is brought to a satisfactory conclusion.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, so that's it — we're calling this resolved?

Sentence 2

If his attitude changed, this would be resolved just like that!

Sentence 3

That's not solving it — you're just running away from it, aren't you?

Sentence 4

Of course, I'll check to see if we can get this resolved on our end.

Sentence 5

I think deep down you've already made your peace with it.