VocabJLPT N3
tie
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. tie
  2. 2. necktie
  3. 3. tie
  4. 4. tie
This katakana word can refer to the country of Thailand, or it can mean a "tie" in a game or competition where both sides finish with equal scores. Context will usually make it clear which meaning is intended.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She bragged, "That tie? I picked it out."

Sentence 2

Why is this tie so tight? I hate it!

Sentence 3

I'm planning to buy just one new tie.

Sentence 4

Wait, ties can cost that much?!

Sentence 5

By evening, the tie starts digging into my neck.