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VocabJLPT N2

pole

Noun

Definitions

1. pole
2. trolley pole
3. pole (unit of length or area)

This katakana word is a loanword from English referring to a long, thin rod or stick, such as a flagpole or a ski pole. It can also be used as a person's name, borrowed from the Western name "Paul."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I chained my bike to the pole out front.

Sentence 2

"Move the pole a little more to the right!" the director shouted.

Sentence 3

"Let's take a photo by the pole!" my friend squealed excitedly.

Sentence 4

"Who put this pole here?" my grandfather asked, tilting his head.

Sentence 5

I tried to take a shortcut and squeezed through between the poles.