What does the JLPT N3 word "検査" mean?

The N3 word "検査" (けんさ (kensa)) means "inspection; examination; check". It is an essential vocabulary item for the JLPT exam.

Can you give an example sentence for "検査"?

Yes, a common example is: "年に一度、健康検査を受けるべきです。" which translates to "You should get a health check-up once a year.".

けんさ (kensa)

検査

inspection; examination; check

💡 Nuance & Usage: Refers to checking something thoroughly to confirm its condition, safety, or functionality. Often used for medical check-ups (健康検査), car inspections (車の検査), or quality control.

📝 Example Sentences

年に一度、健康検査を受けるべきです。

You should get a health check-up once a year.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "検査"!

車の定期_______を受けなければならない。

🎉 正解 / Correct!

日本語: 車の安全性を確認するために行うのは「検査」です。
English: What is done to confirm a car's safety is an 'inspection' (検査).

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