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06-16-2011, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by masaegu View Post
Both 1a and 1b are correct with 1a being better and more specific for the meaning. 見る is a highly general word and it should be avoided when you know of a better word.

2a and 2b are correct but they mean two entirely different things.
2a = You don't know if Tanak is alive.
2b = Just a routine medical procedure. Tanaka is definitely alive.

Thanks for the detailed explanation, masaegu.


百の失敗より一つの後悔をしたくない。

失敗をしない人間はいない。 いるのは失敗から立ち直れない奴と
立ち直れる奴だ。