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せつめい
setsumei
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説明
せつめい
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setsumei
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JLPT Level N4
Upper-Beginner · ~1,500 vocab · Simple conversations
Kana せつめい
Romaji setsumei
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What does 説明 mean in Japanese?
The word 説明 (せつめい) means "explanation" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N4 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 説明?
説明 is read as せつめい (romaji: setsumei). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 説明?
説明 is a JLPT N4 vocabulary item. Upper-Beginner · ~1,500 vocab · Simple conversations
How do I remember 説明 quickly?
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