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JLPT N2

下等

This is a strong, formal word. It describes something as inferior, low-grade, or vulgar.

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下等な na-adjective form
Noun, Na-adjective

Inferior / Low-Grade / Vulgar

Describes something as being of a low rank, quality, or level of sophistication.

Example

人 を だます なんて 、 下等 な やり方 だ 。

Tricking people is such a vulgar way to do things.

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下等
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This is a strong, formal word. It describes something as inferior, low-grade, or vulgar.
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