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VocabJLPT N3

ball

Noun

Definitions

1. ball
2. ball (pitch delivered outside the strike zone)
3. Ball

This katakana noun refers to a ball, as used in sports and games. It can also mean a bowl in certain contexts, so pay attention to how it is used in a sentence.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Ugh, I forgot the ball — now we can't even practice!

Sentence 2

If you've got time, want to go buy a ball?

Sentence 3

The ball just feels heavy today for some reason — or maybe it's just me.

Sentence 4

Sometimes I just throw a ball against the wall and hang out by myself.

Sentence 5

The dog from next door trotted by with a ball in its mouth, looking pretty pleased with itself.