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Olympics
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. Olympics
  2. 2. Olympic Games
This katakana noun refers to the Olympic Games, the major international sporting event held every four years. It is used in the same way as in English and is a widely recognized term in Japanese news, sports commentary, and everyday conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Which event are you most looking forward to in this year's Olympics?" my friend asked.

Sentence 2

I was totally caught off guard — the Olympic swimming actually got to me!

Sentence 3

I used to be cynical about it, saying the emotion from the Olympics never lasts.

Sentence 4

Watching the Olympics made me want to give tomorrow my all!

Sentence 5

Isn't it funny how the Olympics suddenly makes everyone feel patriotic?