No. 1,544 in Japanese
世間
"世間" (seken) refers to society, the world, or public perception.
In a sentence
世間は広いですね。
The world is vast, isn't it?
In this sentence, '世間' is used to refer to the entire world or society, indicating the vastness and diversity encountered.
彼は世間体を気にしすぎる。
He cares too much about public reputation.
Here, '世間' is used in '世間体', referring to public appearance or reputation, showcasing concerns over societal perception.
世間の常識を知ることは重要です。
It is important to know common societal norms.
In this instance, '世間' refers collectively to society, emphasizing the importance of understanding its norms and common practices.
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