N3
かいはつ (kaihatsu)
開発
development; exploitation
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to developing new technologies, products, software, or land resources. Can be used with する as a verb (開発する). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Developing a new feature? ...Developing your motivation and unlocking your potential is a much higher priority task for me! I'll train you thoroughly, so prepare yourself!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『新機能の開発？...それより、あんたのやる気を引き出して能力を開発することの方が、私にとっては最優先課題よ！みっちり教育してあげるからね！』
📝 Example Sentences
新しいソフトウェアの開発に成功しました。
We succeeded in the development of new software.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "開発"!
新薬の_______には、多くの時間と費用がかかります。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 新しい薬を研究して作り出すプロセスなので「開発」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『新薬の開発は大変ね。もし疲れたら、私の肩を貸してあげる...って、マッサージの許可よ！』
English: Since it is the process of researching and creating a new drug, 'development' (kaihatsu) is correct. Haruka: 'Drug development is tough. If you're tired, I can lend you my shoulder... I mean, just permission for a massage!'
English: Since it is the process of researching and creating a new drug, 'development' (kaihatsu) is correct. Haruka: 'Drug development is tough. If you're tired, I can lend you my shoulder... I mean, just permission for a massage!'
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