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context in Japanese

context in Japanese is 前後関係, 状況, 文脈 — context means the circumstances or background information that helps explain or clarify something.

context in Japanese

前後関係
noun
Pronounced: zengokankei
The surroundings, circumstances, environment, background or settings that determine, specify, or clarify the meaning of an event or other occurrence.
状況
noun
Pronounced: jōkyō
The surroundings, circumstances, environment, background or settings that determine, specify, or clarify the meaning of an event or other occurrence.
文脈
noun
Pronounced: bunmyaku
(linguistics) The text in which a word or passage appears and which helps ascertain its meaning.
前後関係
noun
Pronounced: zengokankei
(linguistics) The text in which a word or passage appears and which helps ascertain its meaning.

What does "context" mean?

  1. noun The circumstances or background information that helps explain or clarify something.
    "You need to understand the historical context of the speech to appreciate it."
  2. noun The words or text surrounding a particular word or passage that help clarify its meaning.
    "The context makes it clear the word is being used sarcastically."

context in a sentence

  • You need to understand the historical context of the speech to appreciate it.
  • Taken out of context, her remark sounded much harsher than she meant.
  • The context makes it clear the word is being used sarcastically.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "context" in Japanese?

"context" in Japanese is 前後関係, 状況, 文脈. context means: The circumstances or background information that helps explain or clarify something.

How do you pronounce 前後関係?

"context" in Japanese is 前後関係, pronounced "zengokankei".

How do you use "context" in a sentence?

Example: "You need to understand the historical context of the speech to appreciate it." In Japanese, "context" is 前後関係, 状況, 文脈.

Are there other ways to say "context" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "context": 前後関係, 状況, 文脈.

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