勝負
しょうぶ
shoubu
nounVocabularyLevel 51 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

勝負 (しょうぶ (shoubu)) means "game · match · victory or defeat". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

game · match · victory or defeat

Also : game · match · victory or defeat

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 勝負 (しょうぶ) means 'victory or defeat'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of victory or defeat.

Example Sentences

私は勝負が好きです。

わたしはしょうぶがすきです。

I like victory or defeat.

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