JLPT N1 • GENERAL

essence

Practice Question

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English Explanation

Refers to the essence, core, or true nature of something, distinct from its superficial appearance. It points to the fundamental and unchangeable qualities of a person, object, or concept. It is often used with verbs like "to grasp the essence" (本質を捉える) or "to see through to the essence" (本質を見抜く). To solve this problem, we must understand its true nature.

日本語解説

物事の根本的な性質や、表面的な事柄に隠された本来の姿。人や物事、概念の、変わることのない最も重要な部分を指します。「本質を捉える」「本質を見抜く」といった動詞と共に使われることが多いです。この問題を解決するためには、その本質を理解しなければならない。

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