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VocabJLPT N2

(sports) ground

Noun

Definitions

1. (sports) ground
2. (playing) field
3. Ground

This katakana noun is a loanword from English meaning a sports field or athletic ground, such as a school playground or playing field. It is commonly used in school and sports contexts to refer to an outdoor area used for physical activities.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My little brother was on the verge of tears, saying he'd fallen on the field.

Sentence 2

Um, who booked the field again?

Sentence 3

The coach was strict about it — "bow to the ground," he'd say.

Sentence 4

Alright, let's run over to the field!

Sentence 5

The prefecture will gradually lift restrictions on field use.