説
せつ
theory; doctrine; opinion; view
JLPT N3 Common word
Meanings
Noun, Noun, suffix
theory; doctrineNoun
opinion; view- rumour; rumor; gossip; hearsay
Example sentences
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The theory will find general acceptance.
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I can't accept this theory.
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Strictly speaking, the theory is not correct.
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I don't intend to counter your theory.
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For all you say, I still believe in the truth of the theory.
More examples (5)
コペルニクスは、地球が太陽の周りを回っているという説を出した。
Copernicus proposed the idea that the Earth travels around the Sun.
中世には、天文学者はあるギリシアの哲学者の説にすがりついていた。
During the Middle Ages, astronomers had clung to the theory of a Greek philosopher.
いろいろな説はあるものの、恐竜がなぜ突然絶滅してしまったのかはまだ謎のままである。
There are many theories about the sudden extinction of the dinosaurs, but the real cause still remains anyone's guess.
暗殺説もあるが、では誰が何のために暗殺したのかは特定されたわけではなく、いまだ真相は不明である。
There were assassination theories but it was not clear who would have killed him and for what reason. Even now the truth about his death is unclear.
日本では、諸外国と比較して食生活におけるトランス脂肪酸の平均摂取量は少なく、相対的に健康への影響は少ないと主張する説もある。
Compared to many other countries, the average intake of trans-fats per person in Japan is low and it is hypothesized that it does not have a strong impact on health.