Japanese

けん
Meaning: matter; case; item
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

件

Example sentences

About that matter, let's discuss it again later.
私はその件について全責任を負う。
I take full responsibility for that matter.
その件については承知いたしました。
I have understood that matter.
その件については、私は何にも知りません。
I don't know anything about that matter.
この件については、早急な対応が必要です。
Immediate action is required regarding this matter.
政府はその件に関して公式な見解を示した。
The government expressed its official view on the matter.
その件に付いて詳しく教えてください。
Please tell me more about that matter.
その件については解決しましたので、どうぞご心配なく。
That matter has been resolved, so please don't worry.
その件については善処いたします。
We will handle the matter appropriately.
この件については諸説あり、真相はまだわかっていない。
There are various theories about this matter, and the truth is not yet known.

Usage Notes

Used to refer to a specific issue or topic being discussed.

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