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Japanese

しょぶん
Meaning: disposal; punishment; management
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

引っ越しの前に、いらない服を処分した
I disposed of some unwanted clothes before moving.
季節の変わり目に、不要な衣類を処分した。
I disposed of unnecessary clothing at the change of seasons.
彼は一週間の謹慎処分を受けた
He received a one-week suspension punishment.
用済みの資料は、保存期間を確認してから処分しよう。
After checking the retention period, let’s dispose of the documents that are no longer needed.
校則を繰り返し破ったため、彼は一週間の停学処分を受けた。
Because he repeatedly broke the school rules, he received a one-week suspension.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for getting rid of things (disposal) or disciplinary action (punishment).

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