Japanese

じゅうようせい
Meaning: importance; significance
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

重
要
性

Example sentences

He repeatedly emphasized the importance of education.
彼はその計画の重要性を強調した。
He emphasized the importance of the plan.
賢者は長い耳と短い舌を持つと言われており、聞くことの重要性を説いています。
It is said that a wise man has long ears and a short tongue, emphasizing the importance of listening.
失敗して初めて、準備の重要性を痛切に感じた。
It was only after failing that I keenly felt the importance of preparation.
曹洞宗の開祖、道元は、ただひたすらに座る「只管打坐」の重要性を説いた。
Dogen, the founder of the Soto school, preached the importance of 'Shikantaza', which is just sitting earnestly.
孔子は益者三楽を説き、礼楽を楽しむことの重要性を強調した。
Confucius preached the three beneficial pleasures and emphasized the importance of enjoying ritual and music.

Usage Notes

Used to describe the state or quality of being important.

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