事 — meaning in English

English meaning

• affair noun A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
• business noun The activity of making, buying, or selling goods or services to earn money.
• errand noun A short trip made to complete a specific, usually minor, task.

Senses

事 is used for these senses in English:

• affair (often in the plural) Something which is done or is to be done; business of any kind, commercial, professional, or public.
• business (countable) A particular situation or activity.
• errand The purpose of such a journey.

affair — full definition

1. noun A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.
2. noun A secret romantic or sexual relationship, especially involving someone who is already in a committed relationship.
3. noun A social event, especially a formal or elaborate one.

business — full definition

1. noun The activity of making, buying, or selling goods or services to earn money.
2. noun A particular company or commercial organisation.
3. noun A matter or affair that is someone's concern or responsibility.

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