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[げん()·しょう()]
genshou
noun

English Meaning(s) for 現象

noun
  1. phenomenon

Definition and Synonyms for 現象

Phenomenon any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning
Synonyms: フェノメノン, 事象, 現象

Meanings for each kanji in 現象

» present; existing; actual
» elephant; pattern after; imitate; image; shape; sign (of the times)

Categories 現象 is a member of

Process a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 現象

Sample Sentences for 現象

In its home country, France, Tatoeba became a social and cultural phenomenon.
There is not a physical explanation for this phenomenon yet.
Tom believes in the supernatural.
The current imbalance between supply and demand is considered to reflect structural changes on the demand side, rather than being a cyclical phenomenon.
An eclipse of the moon is a rare phenomenon.

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