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VocabJLPT N1

emphasis

Noun

Definitions

1. important point
2. emphasis
3. iteration mark
4. colon (punctuation)

This word means a key point, main focus, or area of emphasis. It is often used in business, education, or policy contexts to indicate where particular attention or resources should be concentrated.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

This paper focuses its discussion on methodology.

Sentence 2

I get the sense this poem places its emphasis on silence.

Sentence 3

I bet you're gonna say "effort is the key" again!

Sentence 4

Isn't winning the whole point of that game?

Sentence 5

This lecture places a strong emphasis on critical thinking.