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Definition and Synonyms for 複数
| 1. | 複数 | 1つ以上であること示すために使われる単語の語形 |
| Plural Form | the form of a word that is used to denote more than one | |
| Synonyms: | 複数, 複数形 |
Meanings for each kanji in 複数
| » | 複 | duplicate; double; compound; multiple |
| » | 数 | number; strength; fate; law; figures |
Categories 複数 is a member of
| 1. | 語形 | ある物を説明または特定するために使用する言葉の、音韻論的または正字法の音あるいは外観 |
| Form | the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something | |
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Sample Sentences for 複数
複数の呼吸器疾患による衰弱のため、彼は先週、音楽指揮者としての仕事を断念する旨の発表を余儀なくされたばかりでした。
Weakness brought on by a number of respiratory ailments had forced him just last week to announce that he was giving up his conducting career.
アジアの宗教から閃きを得て、彼は複数の素晴らしい彫刻を生み出した。
Asian religions inspire him to create splendid sculptures.
製品やサービスを世界市場に販売しようとする企業にとっては複数外国語によるコミュニケーションのノウハウが必須である。
The command of communication skills in multiple languages is essential to any company providing goods and services on the world market.
競馬などで、ｓｔａｋｅｓと言う。この意味では複数形で使われることが多い。
With horse racing and such, these are called "stakes". For this meaning the plural form is often used.
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