noun
short sentence
Refers to a single sentence that is brief in length. Often used in language learning contexts or when contrasting with longer sentences.
この問題は短文で答えてください。
Please answer this question in a short sentence.
彼は短文しか書けない。
He can only write short sentences.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
short piece of writing; short passage; short article; short composition
Refers to a brief written work, such as a short essay, article, or passage. Can also be used attributively with の to modify nouns (e.g., 短文の記事).
新聞に短文のコラムを書いている。
I write a short column for the newspaper.
この雑誌には短文の投稿がたくさん載っている。
This magazine has many short submissions.