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VocabJLPT N2

sofa

Noun

Definitions

1. sofa
2. couch
3. Couch

This katakana noun refers to a sofa or couch — an upholstered piece of furniture used for sitting or reclining. It is a common loanword from English used in everyday conversation about home furnishings.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Please keep the area around the sofa clear for when guests arrive.

Sentence 2

Look — a sock just came out from under the sofa.

Sentence 3

Even alone, sitting on the sofa makes you feel like you're waiting for someone.

Sentence 4

Don't you always get sleepy the moment you sit on the sofa?

Sentence 5

Is it really that bad to lie down on the sofa during break time?