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分別 (bunbetsu)
分別
romaji: bunbetsuseparation (e.g. of rubbish when recycling); classification; discrimination; division; distinction
分別
Quick Meaning
分別 means "separation (e.g. of rubbish when recycling); classification; discrimination; division; distinction".
Reading
- Furigana: Add kana reading during review if this word uses kanji.
- Romaji: bunbetsu
Study Flow
First read 分別 aloud, then connect the sound "bunbetsu" with the meaning "separation (e.g. of rubbish when recycling); classification; discrimination; division; distinction".
Recall Practice
- Cover the English and say the meaning of 分別.
- Cover the Japanese and write the word for "separation (e.g. of rubbish when recycling); classification; discrimination; division; distinction".
- Say the romaji aloud: bunbetsu.
Mini Sentence Drill
Write one short sentence using 分別. Keep the sentence simple, then upgrade it with a time word or place word.
Next Step
Add this word to your review queue and revisit it inside a real sentence.
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