No. 3,351 in Japanese
旨
"旨" means "purpose," "point," or "gist."
In a sentence
この文書の旨を理解してください。
Please understand the purpose of this document.
In this sentence, '旨' is used to mean 'purpose' or 'objective,' referring to the main point or essence of the document.
すべては契約の旨に従って行われます。
Everything is conducted according to the principle of the contract.
Here, '旨' signifies the principles or intent outlined in the contract, reflecting its goals or provisions.
その料理は旨が深く、美味しかったです。
The dish had a deep flavor and was delicious.
In this context, '旨' is used to denote the essence or flavor of the dish, describing its richness and appeal.
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