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JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate

短編

A short creative work, such as a story or film

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短篇 older/less common kanji
Noun

Short Story" / "Short Film

Refers to a creative work of short length, such as a story, film, or play.

Example

寝る 前 に 、 いつも 短編 を 一つ 読みます 。

I always read one short story before going to sleep.

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短編
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A short creative work, such as a story or film
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