Japanese

めんせつ
Meaning: interview
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

面
接

Example sentences

Yesterday's job interview was very nerve-wracking.
面接の前に、鏡を見て服装を整えた。
Before the interview, I looked in the mirror and adjusted my clothes.
彼は面接に新しいスーツを着て行った。
He wore a new suit to the interview.
彼は面接の前に姿勢を正した
He straightened his posture before the interview.
面接にはスーツを着ていくのが無難だ。
It's safer to wear a suit to the interview.
面接が始まる前に、背筋を伸ばして深呼吸をした。
Before the interview started, I straightened my back and took a deep breath.
面接が終わると、彼は静かに部屋から退出した。
When the interview finished, he quietly left the room.
彼は面接で、どんな質問にもはきはきと受け答えした。
He answered every question in the interview clearly and briskly.
面接の前に、受験者たちは控え室で待っていた。
Before the interview, the applicants waited in the waiting room.
面接で好印象を与えることが重要です。
Giving a good impression at the interview is important.

Usage Notes

Refers to a formal meeting where a person is asked questions to assess their suitability for a job or school.

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