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JLPT N1 Advanced

乙

Refers to the second party in a sequence, a witty style, or slang for good work.

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オツ Katakana, for slang
おつ Hiragana
1 Noun

The Second Party / B-Rank

Designates the second rank in a sequence or the second party named in a legal document.

Example

契約書 で は 、 甲 が 貸主 で 、 乙 が 借主 と なります 。

In the contract, Party A shall be the lender, and Party B shall be the borrower.

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2 Na-adjective

Uniquely Stylish / Witty

Characterizes something as possessing a refined, subtle, or uniquely witty aesthetic.

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3 Expression, Slang

Slang: 'Thanks' / 'Bye'

Serves as a slang abbreviation used to acknowledge effort or bid farewell in digital contexts.

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乙
おつ
Refers to the second party in a sequence, a witty style, or slang for good work.
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