JLPT N3 Intermediate
事情
Circumstances, reasons, or the background situation.
Readings
1 Noun
"Circumstances" / "The Full Story"
Refers to the complex background factors or reasons that led to a specific outcome or state.
Example
彼 は この 辺り の 住宅 事情 に とても 詳しい 。
He is very knowledgeable about the housing situation in this area.
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2 Noun
"Personal Reasons" / "Something Came Up"
Acts as a vague euphemism for family or private matters that prevent you from doing something.
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