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JLPT N3 Intermediate

神経

Biological nerves or mental sensitivity and strain.

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神経質 shinkeishitsu - a nervous or sensitive personality
1 Noun

Nerve (Biological)

Refers to the physical system of fibers in the body that transmits impulses of sensation and motion.

Example

歯 の 治療 で 神経 を 抜き ました 。

I had a nerve removed during my dental treatment.

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2 Noun

Sensitivity / Mental Strain

Represents mental sensitivity, temperament, or the psychological focus required to deal with people and tasks.

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神経
しんけい
Biological nerves or mental sensitivity and strain.
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