JLPT N3 Intermediate
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「わけ」
Reason, meaning, or the logical explanation for a situation.
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わけ hiragana form, very common
1 Noun
The Reason Why
Refers to the underlying logic, justification, or sequence of events that explains a specific outcome.
Example
どういうわけか 、 鍵 が 見つから ない 。
For some reason, I can't find my keys.
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2 Noun (used in grammatical patterns)
Denying a Conclusion
Functions as a grammatical component to negate a logical conclusion or express strong impossibility.
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3 Noun
A Special Circumstance / A Hidden Story
Implies a set of complicated, often unfavorable, private circumstances or a hidden history behind a person or object.
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