VocabJLPT N3
serious
な-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. serious
  2. 2. important
This な-adjective means serious, grave, or of great importance, often used to describe a significant problem, incident, or consequence. It carries a weighty, sometimes urgent tone.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My boss said he'd be adding some critical information to inform the decision.

Sentence 2

Anyone can see this is a serious mistake, can't they?

Sentence 3

I never imagined that choice back then would lead to something this serious!

Sentence 4

Sometimes a single word can become serious enough to destroy a relationship.

Sentence 5

Do you understand how serious this mistake really is?