JLPT N3 Intermediate
真剣
Serious, earnest, or a real sword
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Other forms
真剣な na-adjective form
真剣に adverbial form
1 Na-adjective, Noun
Serious / Earnest
Indicates a state of intense focus and sincerity where one is not joking or playing around.
Example
彼女 と 真剣 な 交際 を 考え て い ます 。
I'm thinking about having a serious relationship with her.
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2 Noun
Real Sword
Refers to a live blade made of metal, as opposed to a blunt practice weapon.
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