What does the JLPT N5 word "狭い" mean?

The N5 word "狭い" (せまい (semai)) means "narrow, small, cramped". It is an essential vocabulary item for the JLPT exam.

Can you give an example sentence for "狭い"?

Yes, a common example is: "日本の家は部屋が狭いことが多いです。" which translates to "Houses in Japan often have small rooms.".

せまい (semai)

狭い

💡 Nuance & Usage: 空間や範囲が小さいことを表す形容詞です。部屋、道、場所などについて使われます。広い (hiroi) の反対語です。

日本の家は部屋が狭いことが多いです。

Houses in Japan often have small rooms.

Test your understanding of "狭い"!

この道はとても_______ので、車では通れません。

🎉 正解 / Correct!

日本語: 道の幅が小さく、車が通れないことを表す「狭い」が適切です。
English: '狭い' (narrow) is appropriate to describe a road that is too small for cars.

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