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VocabJLPT N2

black

Nounの-AdjectivePrenominalな-Adjective

Definitions

1. black
2. black (coffee)
3. exploitative (company)

This loanword means the color black, but it is also widely used as a slang term to describe something shady, illegal, or exploitative, such as an overworking company. Context determines whether it is being used literally or figuratively.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I like drinking my morning coffee black.

Sentence 2

She said, "A black coat will last you a long time."

Sentence 3

Hmm, I love black clothes, but they get so hot!

Sentence 4

No, that black hat looks way too good on you — it's almost scary!

Sentence 5

The text in black really makes that ad easy to read, doesn't it?