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VocabJLPT N2

jack

NounSuffix

Definitions

1. jack
2. knave
3. (electrical) jack
4. hijack

This loanword is used in several ways: as a common male given name (Jack), as a playing card rank (the jack), or as a verb meaning to hijack or forcibly take control of something. Context makes it clear which meaning is intended.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The moment someone shouted "Jack's out!" everyone spun around.

Sentence 2

"The value of a Jack depends on the situation," he said calmly.

Sentence 3

He believes that drawing a Jack sets fate in motion.

Sentence 4

"Is the Jack weaker than the King?" my little sister asked.

Sentence 5

That deck — the Jacks look noticeably newer than the rest, don't they?