人物

じんぶつ
JLPT:N3
Frequency:
1

A person or a character — someone in real life or a figure in a story or history.

Noun

Examples

その小説の人物描写がとても細かい。

The novel's character descriptions are very detailed.

歴史上の重要な人物について学ぶ。

Study important figures in history.

彼は町で有名な人物だ。

He is a well-known person in the town.

2

A person's character or personality — used to refer to someone's inner qualities or disposition.

Noun

Examples

事件が起きて、彼の本当の人物が明らかになった。

When the incident happened, his true character became clear.

人物を見て信用するかどうか判断するのは難しい。

It's difficult to judge whether to trust someone based on their character.

彼は人物ができていて、頼りになる。

He has a good character and is reliable.

3

An able or influential person — someone talented or important in a particular field.

Noun

Examples

新しいプロジェクトには有能な人物が必要だ。

The new project needs capable people.

彼女は国際会議の重要な人物として招かれた。

She was invited as an important figure to the international conference.

将来を期待される若手人物が多数いる。

There are many young talents expected to have a bright future.

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