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処分
shobun
Description
「処分」は、いらない物を捨てたり、売ったりすることです。
"処分" means to throw away or sell things you don't need.
また、悪いことをした人に罰をあたえるときにも使います。
It is also used when punishing someone who has done something wrong.
Meanings
処分shobun
disposing of or getting rid of something
古い服を処分しました。
I got rid of old clothes.
処分shobun
punishment or disciplinary action
彼は会社から処分を受けた。
He was disciplined by the company.
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Notes
- Etymology
処 (deal with) + 分 (portion/decide); literally to deal with and settle something.
- Nuance
often used with する; sense of punishment is common in workplace and school contexts.
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