No. 355 in Japanese
事故
Accident.
In a sentence
彼は昨日の交通事故で怪我をした。
He was injured in yesterday's traffic accident.
In this sentence, '事故' refers specifically to a traffic accident (交通事故). It indicates an unfortunate event that occurred involving vehicles.
この事故を防ぐために、注意を払う必要がある。
It is necessary to pay attention to prevent this accident.
Here, '事故' is used in a general sense to denote an undesired event that could happen, emphasizing the need for preventive actions.
試験中にペンが折れる事故が起こった。
An accident happened during the exam when a pen broke.
In this instance, '事故' illustrates an unexpected and unintended occurrence (the pen breaking) that happens outside regular expectations, showing its broader use for any mishap.
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