わけ
Reading: わけ
Meaning: reason, meaning, circumstances
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Example Sentence
There's no way that's true.
Usage Notes
Used to express the meaning of a situation or the reason behind something. Often used in expressions like 'そんなわけがない' (that can't be true) or 'というわけだ' (that's why/the reason is). Can also mean 'circumstances' or 'situation'.
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