Japanese

ものごと
Meaning: things; matters; everything
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

物事を多角的な視点から捉えることが大切だ。
It is important to look at things from multiple perspectives.
人によって、物事の捉え方は大きく異なる。
The way of perceiving things varies greatly depending on the person.
偏見を排除して、客観的な視点で物事を判断すべきだ。
One should judge things from an objective perspective, setting aside any prejudices.
物事を違う角度から考えてみることも大切だ。
It is also important to try thinking about things from a different angle.
彼は物事の本質を見抜く力がある。
He has the ability to see through to the essence of things.

Usage Notes

A broad term covering both concrete objects and abstract events/affairs.

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