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noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

point (of a story, argument, etc.)

This meaning refers to a specific idea or argument being conveyed in a narrative or discussion. It signifies the main takeaway or purpose of the dialogue.

His explanation's point is the importance of environmental protection.

point (e.g. in stock exchange movement); percentage point

This usage describes a specific measurable unit, often related to finance or statistics, reflecting changes in numbers.

Yesterday, the stock price rose by 3 points.

switch; pointsrailway

In this context, it refers to a change or transition between different states or conditions, often indicating a need to adjust or modify.

He switched the topic to another point.

point; site; spot

This meaning highlights a specific location or place, which can be physical or conceptual in nature.

This restaurant is located in a very good spot.

(decimal) point

This usage refers to the symbol used in numbers to separate the whole number from the fractional part, particularly in decimal notation.

In the math problem, it is necessary to write the decimal point in the number 1.5.

point (in scoring)

This meaning is related to scoring in games or competitions, indicating a unit of measurement for performance or achievement.

He scored the highest points in that match.

point (in a loyalty program)

This usage refers to credits or rewards accumulated by a customer, often used to redeem benefits or discounts in a loyalty program.

She plans to accumulate new points this weekend.

point (font size)printing

This meaning refers to a unit of measure for font sizes in typography, determining how large the text appears on the page.

The text will be printed in 12-point size.

point (on a compass); course

This usage relates to navigation or direction, indicating a specific location or heading with respect to a compass.

The ship is heading towards the north point.

noun (common) (futsuumeishi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

pointing (to something)computing

This meaning refers to the act of indicating or directing attention to a particular object or subject, often using a hand or gesture.

He is pointing to that painting.

Example sentences14 results

The actions of Coen, directly commanding the cruise at the time of the accident, are of utmost significance.

Tatoeba

The race developed into a free-for-all but Shinomiya lapped the group and in the final stage steadily piled on points with good timing to achieve victory.

Tatoeba

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Frequency rank: 1,471.

noun (common) (futsuumeishi)

point (of a story, argument, etc.)

This meaning refers to a specific idea or argument being conveyed in a narrative or discussion. It signifies the main takeaway or purpose of the dialogue.

His explanation's point is the importance of environmental protection.

point (e.g. in stock exchange movement); percentage point

This usage describes a specific measurable unit, often related to finance or statistics, reflecting changes in numbers.

Yesterday, the stock price rose by 3 points.

switch; pointsrailway

In this context, it refers to a change or transition between different states or conditions, often indicating a need to adjust or modify.

He switched the topic to another point.

point; site; spot

This meaning highlights a specific location or place, which can be physical or conceptual in nature.

This restaurant is located in a very good spot.

(decimal) point

This usage refers to the symbol used in numbers to separate the whole number from the fractional part, particularly in decimal notation.

In the math problem, it is necessary to write the decimal point in the number 1.5.

point (in scoring)

This meaning is related to scoring in games or competitions, indicating a unit of measurement for performance or achievement.

He scored the highest points in that match.

point (in a loyalty program)

This usage refers to credits or rewards accumulated by a customer, often used to redeem benefits or discounts in a loyalty program.

She plans to accumulate new points this weekend.

point (font size)printing

This meaning refers to a unit of measure for font sizes in typography, determining how large the text appears on the page.

The text will be printed in 12-point size.

point (on a compass); course

This usage relates to navigation or direction, indicating a specific location or heading with respect to a compass.

The ship is heading towards the north point.

noun (common) (futsuumeishi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru

pointing (to something)computing

This meaning refers to the act of indicating or directing attention to a particular object or subject, often using a hand or gesture.

He is pointing to that painting.

Example sentences14 results

The actions of Coen, directly commanding the cruise at the time of the accident, are of utmost significance.

Tatoeba

The race developed into a free-for-all but Shinomiya lapped the group and in the final stage steadily piled on points with good timing to achieve victory.

Tatoeba

国語辞典Japanese definitions

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